Båskoes seminar: Indigenous Archaeology in Sweden, Norway, and British Columbia, Canada with Charina Knutson
Sweden, Norway, and Canada all endorsed the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). Eighteen years later, the implementation of UNDRIP varies significantly between the three countries.
Archaeological practice is primarily driven by development-led projects, and the management of this archaeology involves a complex system based on legislation, practices, and tensions between different stakeholders. However, comparing Sweden, Norway, and British Columbia can provide valuable insights and suggest best practices in case Sweden seeks to further advance its implementation of UNDRIP.
Charina Knutson defended her thesis on Indigenous archaeology in 2024 at Linnaeus University. She now works as the Director of NCK, the Nordic Centre for Heritage Learning and Creativity, in Östersund. She has a background in the museum sector, with nearly 30 years of experience, mainly as Deputy Director of the regional museum Jamtli in Östersund.