The Impact and Application of Relational Communication in the Workplace
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Although Canada has had an oppressive attitude towards Indigenous peoples in the past, the most recent century has seen the birth of legislature directed to facilitate the reconciliation of Indigenous peoples in Canada (Conrad, 2022). Perhaps one of the most important of these has been the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action, which is seen as a cornerstone of reconciliation advancement. This set of guideline highlights an important notion: that much of the legislation has been aimed towards righting our wrongs, rather than promoting our future.
To make a more impactful future, it is important to connect with the people rather than solely the peoples. In other words, we must know how to connect on a personal level if we are to earn the trust that is ever so vital in communication.
We have thus far discussed the root of communicative differences, as well as five examples of nonverbal communication. This section looks at how these differences and domains may be seen in Indigenous communication.
Learning Goals
By the end of this lesson, I will be able to:
- Discuss the importance of Indigenous values and how this interrelates with communication in a workplace setting.
- Engage with examples of relationally communicative behaviours.
- Understand the impact of relational communication on Indigenous trust and safety in the workplace.
