The Iroquois society was notable for its relative gender equality, particularly in the roles of women, who held significant power within their communities. Women were responsible for agriculture, managed household affairs, and had a voice in decision-making through their roles as clan leaders. The Iroquois Confederacy also emphasized consensus in governance, allowing for equal representation among the tribes and promoting collaboration rather than hierarchy. Overall, these elements contributed to a more balanced social structure compared to many contemporary societies of the time.
the women
the elders
They were Important because Iroquois women helped their daughters
yes, but they did different things
Yes the Algonquin are patriarchal. It is the Iroquois who are matriarchal.
men and women did house chores it was equal
how did the colonial elite view their role in society
because of tradition
helped there daughters
The Iroquois word for village is "onoha." This term reflects the community-oriented nature of Iroquois society, emphasizing the importance of collective living and cooperation among its members. Villages were central to Iroquois culture, serving as hubs for social, political, and economic activities.
Iroquois got married in the woman's clan and went to live in the woman's longhouse. The Iroquois are a matriarchal society where she controls her own land, her children take on her traditions and lineage, and the husband is the one who moves in with his wife with few belongings.
their society and rights were demolished after the european contaxct and from then on it was completly diffwerent