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People
Reflections on the changes in number and composition of Ulithi's population,
and the impact of so many young people going abroad for education. Changes
brought to the society due to outside influences are discussed.
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Village
Land retains its value to the people of Ulithi, but new technologies—including
electrification on Mogmog and Falalop—are having an impact on
activities. Housing too is shifting away from the traditional style.
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Community
The transformations of values, technologies and behaviors is leading
to a loosening up of the community cohesiveness. Discussion focuses
on the transformation to a cash economy and its impact on the community.
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Re-planting
Efforts are underway to increase the role of traditional culture in
the classroom and the curriculum. A special page discusses the Council
of the Outer Islands of Yap and its role as cultural guardian.
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Sacred Sites
Christianity and modern values have rendered the sacred places of Ulithi
less prominent, their roles weaker than in the past. We look at the
three main sacred sites: Women's House, Men's House, and the Rool'oang
platform.
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Farewell
Closing thoughts from some of our guides as we bid farewell to Ulithi
and to Yap.
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