For over a century, Indigenous Peoples in Itogon, Benguet, Philippines, have battled large-scale corporate mining threatening their ancestral lands, resources, and way of life. They continue to

For over a century, Indigenous Peoples in Itogon, Benguet, Philippines, have battled large-scale corporate mining threatening their ancestral lands, resources, and way of life. They continue to seek social justice.

The Benguet Corporation, established in 1903, initiated gold mining in 1907 and expanded operations, eventually joined by 14 other companies. After 120 years, these extensive mining activities have caused irreparable environmental damage, devastated local agriculture, and severely impacted the lands, water, and livelihoods of the Kankanaey and Ibaloy Indigenous Peoples.

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference, organized by the Indigenous Journalists Association, convened in Oklahoma City from July 25-27. This global gathering brought together Indigenous journalists

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference, organized by the Indigenous Journalists Association, convened in Oklahoma City from July 25-27. This global gathering brought together Indigenous journalists and media experts to address pressing issues and celebrate their significant contributions.

Cultural Survival was present, conducting an interview with Blake Ihimaera (Ngāpuhi, Te Rarawa, Ngāi Tahu), Director of News and Current Affairs at Whakaata Maori (New Zealand).

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference, hosted by the Indigenous Journalists Association, convened in Oklahoma City from July 25-27. This global event united Indigenous journalists and experts to

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference, hosted by the Indigenous Journalists Association, convened in Oklahoma City from July 25-27. This global event united Indigenous journalists and experts to address critical challenges and celebrate the impactful contributions of Indigenous media professionals.

Cultural Survival attended this significant gathering, interviewing Ku'uwehi Hiraishi, a distinguished reporter for Hawai'i Public Radio. Hiraishi shared her insights and experiences reporting on Indigenous communities and their advocacy for rights.

Interviewee: Ku'uwehi Hiraishi, Hawai'i Public Radio. Producer: Dev Kumar Sunuwar. Music: "Remember Your Children" by Salidummay, and "Burn your village to the ground" by The Halluci Nation (used with permission).

Over 1.5 billion people worldwide lack access to electricity, often relying on expensive, hazardous, and polluting kerosene lanterns or candles. The United Nations Millennium Development Goals

Over 1.5 billion people worldwide lack access to electricity, often relying on expensive, hazardous, and polluting kerosene lanterns or candles. The United Nations Millennium Development Goals highlight electrification as crucial for poverty eradication, aiming to electrify 500 million more people by 2015.

Advances in LED technology offer a vital solution. For instance, homemaker Suranjini Kumar transitioned from oil lamps to bright, clean light in her home using D.Light. This demonstrates how modern lighting solutions can improve lives and contribute to global development goals.

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference, held July 25-27 in Oklahoma City, USA, convened Indigenous journalists, media professionals, and experts worldwide. This landmark event addressed critical

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference, held July 25-27 in Oklahoma City, USA, convened Indigenous journalists, media professionals, and experts worldwide. This landmark event addressed critical issues facing Indigenous media practitioners while celebrating their invaluable contributions and achievements.

Cultural Survival was present, interviewing Bryan Pollard (Cherokee), Grant Operations Manager at the Associated Press, who shared insights on working within Indigenous communities. Produced by Dev Kumar Sunuwar (Sunuwar), the interview featured music by Salidummay ("Remember Your Children") and The Halluci Nation ("Burn your village to the ground"), used with permission.

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference celebrated the contributions of Indigenous journalists and media personnel. Cultural Survival attended, interviewing Lagipoiva Cherelle Jackson, a Pacific

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference celebrated the contributions of Indigenous journalists and media personnel. Cultural Survival attended, interviewing Lagipoiva Cherelle Jackson, a Pacific Island journalist and Climate Director for the Solutions Journalism Network. She shared her experiences covering stories related to Indigenous communities.

This interview was produced by Dev Kumar Sunuwar. Music, "Remember Your Children" by Salidummay, was used with permission.

The 23rd session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, the world's largest Indigenous gathering, commenced at UN Headquarters in New York. Delegates are championing self-determination,

The 23rd session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, the world's largest Indigenous gathering, commenced at UN Headquarters in New York. Delegates are championing self-determination, sovereignty, and amplifying Indigenous youth voices.

Cultural Survival is attending, interviewing delegates about their self-determined priorities and readiness to engage in high-level UN discussions.

This coverage was produced by Shaldon Ferris (Khoisan) and Dev Kumar Sunuwar (Sunuwar), featuring interviewee Waniya Locke (Diné/Lakota/Ashinabe). Music includes "Libres y Vivas" by Mare Advertencia and "Burn your village to the ground" by The Halluci Nation, both used with permission.

Cultural Survival met with Jodi Rave Spotted Bear (Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nation/Lakota) at the 2024 Indigenous Media Conference. She emphasized the importance of community media in telling

Cultural Survival met with Jodi Rave Spotted Bear (Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nation/Lakota) at the 2024 Indigenous Media Conference. She emphasized the importance of community media in telling Indigenous Peoples' stories.

This interview features Jodi Rave Spotted Bear. It was produced by Dev Kumar Sunuwar. Music: "Remember Your Children" by Salidummay, used with permission.

The Permanent Forum (UNPFII) is one of three UN bodies dedicated to Indigenous Peoples' issues, alongside the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Special Rapporteur.

The Permanent Forum (UNPFII) is one of three UN bodies dedicated to Indigenous Peoples' issues, alongside the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Special Rapporteur. Cultural Survival attended the UNPFII, engaging with delegates.

This content was produced by Shaldon Ferris (Khoisan) and Dev Kumar Sunuwar (Sunuwar), featuring an interview with Catherine Murupaenga-Ikenn (Maori).

Music included "Libres y Vivas" by Mare Advertencia and "Burn your village to the ground" by The Halluci Nation, both used with permission.

The Indigenous Journalists Association (IJA) hosted Indigenous journalists, media professionals, and experts in Oklahoma City from July 25-27. The event focused on pressing issues faced by

The Indigenous Journalists Association (IJA) hosted Indigenous journalists, media professionals, and experts in Oklahoma City from July 25-27. The event focused on pressing issues faced by Indigenous media practitioners, with Cultural Survival in attendance.

Filmmaker Jim Compton (Anishinaabe, Keeseekoose First Nation) shared his experiences, challenges, and successes in covering Indigenous communities and their rights. This segment was produced by Dev Kumar Sunuwar, featuring music by Salidummay ("Remember Your Children") and The Halluci Nation ("Burn your village to the ground"), both used with permission.