Examines the success of a Shuswap Indian community in reducing its alcoholism rate from 95 percent to 5 percent. Analyzes and categorizes the community organization methods used by tribal members in relation to the methods of Rothman and Tropman, Alinsky, and Freire. Contains 13 references. (SV)

Questionnaires were used to determine the suitability and acceptability of using a live theatrical performance to develop awareness of alcohol related issues for Native people. Questionnaires completed by 139 members of the general audience and 65 key informants indicated a strong positive response to the play. (JHZ)

There is little research available on binge drinking among the Aboriginal population. Between March and June 2004, 15 Aboriginal persons participated in a semi-structured interview related to their binge drinking behaviors. The majority of participants were women and described a family history of alcoholism and childhood abuse. Factors that…