Ethical intercultural communication and conflict in academic institutions, focusing on Indigenous migrant women in Canada
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM, PODCAST presentation
About the topic
This topic explores how intercultural conflict is connected to power, identity, and institutional structures, not only communication problems. It focuses on Indigenous migrant women in Canadian universities.
The Paper
This paper argues that universities often see conflict as a misunderstanding, but for Indigenous migrant women, it is deeper. It is linked to identity, power, and exclusion. The paper uses ethical and relational perspectives to show how communication should be based on care and responsibility.
Relevant implications
The research suggests that universities should move beyond symbolic actions and build real relationships with Indigenous communities. Ethical communication can help reduce conflict and create more inclusive spaces.
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Biography & Interests
Carla Rojas Santander
Carla is a Speech-Language Pathologist from Chile with over 16 years of experience in education and a Master’s in Education. She is currently studying a Master’s in Intercultural Communication in RRU, Canada.
She and her family are from Rapa Nui, and they are proud of their Indigenous culture. They share and promote it wherever they go. For this reason, her main interest is to connect with Indigenous communities and build meaningful relationships.
