Niikaniganaw means all my relations in Anishinaabemowin. It refers to our connections to every living being. When one of us feels lost, forgotten, or mistreated, we all feel it. It is an expression of mutual interdependence.
In Niikaniganaw, NShannacappo uses story to reveal the experiences of contemporary Indigenous people when accessing health care, in a system where they consistently endure the effects of colonialism, ranging from unconscious biases to overt racism. In three compelling and imaginative narratives taken directly from interviews, he shows us how all things are interconnected, and how an understanding of niikaniganaw can bridge the gaps between communities and create a more humane experience for all.
