Handbook of Research on Indigenous Knowledge and Bi-Culturalism in a Global Context

• #1. Indigenous Worldviews and Pedagogies in Indigenous-Based Programs: Social Work and Counselling
• #2. The Role of Organizational Culture on the Development of Corporate Entrepreneurship and Achievement of High Organizational Performance
• #3. Bioethics via Africology
• #4. Beyond Binaries of Scientific and Indigenous Knowledge Bean Storage Techniques: A Case of Market Women in Ghana
• #5. What the “Catalyst of Happiness” Means in the Tangata Whānau Maōri Paradigm
• #6. Challenges and Reflections on the Experience and Development of the Profession of Nutrition and Dietetics: A Starting Point With the First Indigenous Dietitian in Saudi Arabia
• #7. The Need Towards Bicultural Social Services in Supporting Senior Chinese Migrants Towards Their Pursuit of Mauri Ora in Aotearoa New Zealand
• #8. Retrospection of a Maori Tutor Educator's Bi-Cultural Teaching Discourse in Te Wananga o Aotearoa (TWoA): A Narrative Portfolio
• #9. A Comparative Analysis of Land, Caste, and Gender in Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh With Reference to India
• #10. Applications of the Indigenous and Modern Career Counselling in Education
• #11. A Theoretical Perspective Towards Social Inclusion of Fisher Community in Chennai Region, Tamil Nadu, India
• #12. Re-Contextualization of Ethical Values of Pashtun Tribe by the Educated Female Folk in Pakistan
• #13. Women Empowerment and Social Change Through Education: A Brief Study of Chennai City
• #14. Social Workers' Understanding of Bi-Culturalism and Its Cultural Differences in Aotearoa New Zealand
• #15. Self-Esteem and Associated Factors of International Tertiary Students in New Zealand and the Implications on Acculturation and Well-Being
• #16. He Kakano Ahau Framework: I Am a Seed Born of Greatness Descended From a Line of Chiefs
• #17. The Putaketanga Model: An Indigenous Model That Examines Contributing Factors to Maori Deficit Statistics
• #18. A Ki U: A Facilitation Process for Well-Being
• #19. Kaitiakitanga: Notions of Indigenous Active Care and Guardianship
• #20. Empowerment of Women Through Microfinance: The Significance of Self-Help Groups
• #21. Income Inequality in India: Facts and Recommendations
• #22. Nga Takepu and Ako: Beyond Key Performance Indicators
• #23. Biculturalism in Social Work Practice: Transforming the Dominant Discourse

Shahul Hameed holds M.Phil., PhD. from Jawaharlal Nehru University , New Delhi and been teaching Social Services / Social Work as a Senior Lecturer at Te Wananga o Aotearoa , New Zealand for the last 12 years. In the past, he had been teaching multi-disciplines in India & Malaysia. His extensive experience in indigenous and bi-cultural / trans-cultural environment provides him the unique opportunity to have an in-depth working knowledge / experience and teaching experience. Research interest is on various inter - disciplinary subjects acknowledging the importance and application of some of the traditional bodies of knowledge with in Applied Social Sciences. In addition, been adjudicating PhD thesis from Indian Universities.

Prof. Dr. El-Kafafi's unwavering commitment to advancing the fields of business management and social sciences is underscored by her extensive expertise and multifaceted contributions. With a remarkable career spanning over 20 years, she has excelled as an academic researcher, trainer, writer, editor, keynote speaker, motivational speaker, and business consultant within the medical manufacturing and service industry. A distinguished scholar, Prof. Dr. El-Kafafi holds a Ph.D. in Management, a Master’s in Education, a Master’s of Public Administration, and a Bachelor of English Literature with Honors. Her academic prowess is reflected in the publication of hundreds of articles in esteemed journals, insightful book chapters, and impactful conference proceedings. Additionally, she actively shapes the academic landscape by serving on the editorial boards of various national and international journals, as well as contributing her expertise to examination boards and award committees. As an author, she has left an indelible mark with three books published through IGI Global Publishers. The depth of her knowledge is further demonstrated by her success in securing the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) in New Zealand twice, in April 2013 and May 2007, in addition to earning various other prestigious national and international awards. Before founding "Arrows Research Consultancy Limited" in June 2014, Prof. Dr. El-Kafafi held key academic roles, including Head of Academic Faculty (Business, Finance & English), Director of Research, Senior Lecturer, and Guest Lecturer, across renowned institutions such as Malvern Online (UK & Singapore), Te Wananga o Aotearoa, The University of Waikato, Manukau Institute of Technology, Massey University in New Zealand, Southern Cross University in Australia, and the American University in Cairo. Her impactful journey, marked by scholarly achievements and dynamic leadership, positions Prof. Dr. El-Kafafi as an international trailblazer in the realms of business management and social sciences, contributing significantly to both academia and the practical aspects of the medical manufacturing and service industry.

Rawiri Waretini-Karena is a current Post Doc Research Fellow Recipient lecturer and researcher at Te Whare Waananga o Awanuiaarangi Indigenous University in Whakatane. His qualifications include a PhD Indigenous Philosophy, 2014 Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi, a Master of Arts Commercial Music 2010 WINTEC, and a Bachelor of Applied Social Science- Maaori Counselling 2004 WINTEC. He has spent the last 20 years in the education field.