about the network

The group is currently comprised of PhD scholars working on different aspects of the interface between Christianity and Indigenous communities around the world. Our researches represent various disciplinary approaches that include Biblical studies, World Christianity, Systematic Theology, Political Theology, Indigenous methodologies, Missiology. We are based in universities around the world, in the UK (Edinburgh, Manchester, Cambridge, Leeds, St. Andrews), USA (Claremont), and South Korea (ACTS-AIGS). 

We have plans to upload these presentations in the form of podcast episodes in the future, for which we are currently work to begin releasing by the end of the year 2022.

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RISC Working Group is a constructive space for scholars and researchers working on the interface between Christianity and Indigenous Knowledge/Lifeworld. ‘Indigenous’ here is used in reference ethnic inhabitants of a geographical space (pre-invasion/pre-colonial societies) and thus, differentiated from settler, colonising, or occupying communities. Additionally, ‘indigenous’ is used here in a general sense, referring to human’s intimacy to the land-water and the practice of lifeworlds that reflect that indigeneity. 

For now, RISC is a closed group to foster safe space to discuss critical issues.

The monthly RISC meeting (starting from June 2022) focuses on a paper presentation (about 20 minutes) by one scholar. Discussion, feedback, Q&A, and conversations will follow the presentation. Besides presentation on one’s own research, the sessions can also be focused on ideas, methodologies, works by other scholars related to the topic. 

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The visions of the RISC network:

1. Foster solidarity, community, and networking opportunities for scholars working on a small niche (ISC) in academia. 

2. Share resources and ideas, generate conversations from different contexts and approaches on ISC. 

3. Opportunities to present and discuss your research. Receive and contribute critical and constructive feedback on research.

4. Publish a curated collection of online articles on key aspects from the research meetings.