Indigenous territories are a crucial bulwark against the destruction of the Amazon rainforest. A new peer-reviewed study shows they also safeguard the health of millions living there. The study, published Thursday in the journal Communications Earth and Environment, examined the impact Indigenous territories have on human health across the Amazon biome, a region that’s home […]| Inside Climate News
Indigenous researchers occupy a unique epistemological space that necessitates critical reflection on their multifaceted identity and responsibilities.| E-International Relations
Public consultation in Baja California served as the space for critical consciousness development, political mobilization and political participation of Indigenous people.| E-International Relations
Indonesians fighting against exploitation of their land for palm oil must confront both powerful corporate interests and an extraordinary level of state control over land that can be traced back to the colonial era. Here, we share observations from those who took part in a recent panel discussion about palm oil and land rights*, inspired by a hard-hitting new documentary, Colonial Debris. The post You can’t talk about palm oil with...| Views & Voices
Author and attorney Jennifer Harbury describes the "Silent Holocaust" in Guatemala and its links to the genocide in Gaza, using "any methods of barbarity necessary." By Chris Hedges The Chris Hedges Report Known as the “Silent Holocaust,” the genocide in Guatemala is seldom mentioned in modern| Consortium News
Taking a cue from the Declaration of Independence, M. Reza Behnam submits facts "to a candid world" that impel the dissolution of a destructive liaison. By M. Reza Behnam Z-Network It has become abundantly clear that after 250 years, a second American revolution is necessary. Thomas Jeffer| Consortium News
"The fear is that the world has been turned inside out, the dark side made to seem light."| Writers Review
AJWS grantee Sengwer Indigenous Community Trust (SICT) recently won an important victory in court halting further evictions and acquiring ancestral land rights.| American Jewish World Service – AJWS
In Guatemala, Indigenous women are leading the fight for their land and reclaiming their power.| American Jewish World Service – AJWS
The US conservation movement began in the 1800s and continues today. Artists, the Industrial Revolution, and even the Civil War contributed to its evolution.| Dogwood Alliance
Where to watch: The Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation documentary “'A-t'i Xwee-ghayt-nish: Still, We Live On” The Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation documentary “'A-t'i Xwee-ghayt-nish: Still, We Live On” screened free online at Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of the American Indian website from Nov. 22-29, 2024 as part of American Indian Heritage Month. Filmed in entirely in Del The post Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation documentary “’A-t’i Xwee-ghayt-nish: Still, We Live On” appeared first on ...| Crescent City – Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce
TODAY Show Includes Del Norte County, California As One of the Top Travel Destinations in 2023 Del Norte County, California's 'Native California' culture and attractions were featured on the TODAY show during the "Top Travel Destinations in 2023". Hoda and Jenna talk top destinations and cultural travel experiences. "January is one of the best The post Del Norte County, California Named a Top Travel Destination in 2023 on the TODAY Show appeared first on Crescent City - Del Norte County Chamb...| Crescent City – Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce
Known today as Del Norte County is the homeland of the indigenous Tolowa and Yurok. Watch the video to learn more about the indigenous people who continue to steward the land, the Pacific ocean, the wild and scenic Klamath and Smith River, and the forests. They share their homeland for all to enjoy. The post The Homeland of the Tolowa & Yurok appeared first on Crescent City - Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce.| Crescent City – Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce
Breaking News for your Bucket List: Explore the Grove of Titans, the Largest Redwood Trees in the World Gaze at the Largest Redwood Trees on Earth: Hike to the Grove of Titans in Del Norte County, California A mysterious collection of some of the largest redwood trees known The post Breaking News for your Bucket List: Explore the Grove of Titans, the Largest Redwood Trees in the World appeared first on Crescent City - Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce.| Crescent City – Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce
The Smith River Travel Guide: Find All Things To Do, Where to Stay & What to See in Smith River, California Tucked away in the northwestern-most corner of California is a little paradise known as Smith River. Quiet yet rugged, you’ll find captivating adventures that embody the spirit of California. Get a The post Smith River, California Travel Guide: Things To Do in Smith River appeared first on Crescent City - Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce.| Crescent City – Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce
The Klamath, California Travel Guide: Things To Do in Klamath Klamath radiates adventure and is steeped in Native American history. Rugged coastline and collections of towering redwoods are just the start of your Klamath adventure. Bag a Chinook salmon on the wild waters of the Klamath River. Spy wildlife on an unbelievable The post The Klamath, California Travel Guide: Things To Do in Klamath appeared first on Crescent City - Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce.| Crescent City – Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce
Perspectives and Actions Towards Conservation and Governance of Territories of Life in Chile. Read more ▸ The post Third National Assembly of the ICCA Network in Chile appeared first on ICCA Consortium.| ICCA Consortium
In a rare encounter, a young man from an isolated Indigenous tribe approached a riverine community in Brazil’s Amazon, according to the country’s Indigenous affairs agency and local witnesses.| AP News
With only two weeks until the election, voting advocates, candidates, parties and community organizers are making last-ditch efforts to rally people to vote across Arizona.| Arizona Mirror
The International Astronomical Union has established a committee to finalize a list of official star names. Some companies offer unofficial naming rights for purchase. But the voices of certain communities are often left behind. The post The Fault in Our Star Names appeared first on Pacific Standard.| Pacific Standard
Terese Marie Mailhot interviews the two authors about some recent triumphs in Indigenous literature—and about other triumphs still to come.| Pacific Standard
I've been immersed in poetry and verse in the past couple of weeks - first in a Novel in Verse virtual workshop led by the amazing Nikki Grimes and Padma Venkatraman, then in my own work as I dived in deep to apply all the insights and tips that I took away from that experience. | Unexpected Intersections
As writers we always hear, “Write what you know.” In light of that truth, it is important that any person writing about Native Americans know the people and the culture they are writing about. It is important to know the current situation of the Native American people one is choosing to write about. It is […]| NINC
Mexican food has a rich history, a history that is evident in every bite. Learn more about Mexican food history in this blog by Mexicali Fresh Mex!| Mexicali Mexican Grill