For millennia, Indigenous communities have been environmental guardians, using traditional knowledge to live in balance and protect flora and fauna. They safeguard 80% of the world's biodiversity,

For millennia, Indigenous communities have been environmental guardians, using traditional knowledge to live in balance and protect flora and fauna. They safeguard 80% of the world's biodiversity, and protecting these lands and waters is crucial for climate mitigation, as these biodiverse areas are major carbon sinks. Indigenous peoples are the ancestral owners of nearly half the intact forest in the Amazon Basin.

Nemonte Nenquimo, a Waorani leader and co-founder of Ceibo Alliance and Amazon Frontlines, stresses that respecting Indigenous peoples' rights to their territories is vital for protecting the Amazon rainforest, our climate, and global life. Recognized by Time's 100 most influential people and a Goldman Environmental Prize winner, Nenquimo advocates against oil drilling on ancestral lands.

Learn more at Amazon Frontlines and explore more Bioneers videos.

Ilarion Merculieff shares Mother Earth's message on global challenges and Indigenous Elders' guidance. He notes that despite numerous environmental organizations, Earth's life support systems are

Ilarion Merculieff shares Mother Earth's message on global challenges and Indigenous Elders' guidance. He notes that despite numerous environmental organizations, Earth's life support systems are failing. Merculieff urges a fundamental realignment in how we address human issues, stating "business as usual" is unsustainable.

With over forty years serving Indigenous peoples, Merculieff is a passionate advocate for Indigenous rights and a harmonious relationship with Mother Earth. He leads the Global Center for Indigenous Leadership and Lifeways and advises other key organizations. The discussion was moderated by Andrei Gheorghe.

This recording features Elder Dr. Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Innini), a respected Anishinaabe Elder and Knowledge Keeper. He shares Indigenous knowledge, promoting hope, peace, and

This recording features Elder Dr. Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Innini), a respected Anishinaabe Elder and Knowledge Keeper. He shares Indigenous knowledge, promoting hope, peace, and environmental stewardship. In 2002, he founded the internationally recognized Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, a vital gathering place for Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

In this video, Elder Courchene discusses forming deeper connections to the land, followed by a Q&A session.

To support Turtle Lodge's important work, please donate via http://www.turtlelodge.org/donate/.

Anton Treuer explains the origin, function, and historical evolution of the Ojibwe clan system.

This presentation, delivered in English with some

Anton Treuer explains the origin, function, and historical evolution of the Ojibwe clan system.

This presentation, delivered in English with some Ojibwe vocabulary, took place on March 28, 2021.

On June 23, 2020, a panel discussion titled "Knowledge Keepers – Part 1" took place in Canada.

In honor of National Indigenous Peoples Day, Anishinaabe Elder Dr. David Courchene, Métis

On June 23, 2020, a panel discussion titled "Knowledge Keepers – Part 1" took place in Canada.

In honor of National Indigenous Peoples Day, Anishinaabe Elder Dr. David Courchene, Métis Cree knowledge keeper Maria Campbell, and Inuk professor Dr. Karla J. Williamson participated. They were joined by Canadian Ministers Carolyn Bennett, Marc Miller, and Dan Vandal.

This first installment of a two-part conversation explored various important topics for Indigenous peoples across Canada. A transcript is available.

Wolf Joe is a new animated series following the daily adventures of Joe, a young First Nations boy. Alongside his two best friends, Joe explores his Indigenous culture, heritage, and

Wolf Joe is a new animated series following the daily adventures of Joe, a young First Nations boy. Alongside his two best friends, Joe explores his Indigenous culture, heritage, and identity.

Inspired by The Seven Teachings Wheel, the series premiered on January 8, 2021.

The Turtle Lodge presents a special Winter Solstice event: "Lighting the Sacred Fire."

This presentation highlights Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Jane

The Turtle Lodge presents a special Winter Solstice event: "Lighting the Sacred Fire."

This presentation highlights Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Jane Meader, Hereditary Chief Stephen Augustine, and Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud. It also features entertainers Buffy Sainte-Marie & Serena Ryder, with music by Melissa Etheridge & Archie Roach.

“The Journey” represents the spiritual work Native peoples undertake to transform painful experiences into meaning and purpose. A powerful manifestation of this is the Canoe

“The Journey” represents the spiritual work Native peoples undertake to transform painful experiences into meaning and purpose. A powerful manifestation of this is the Canoe Journey.

Since 1989, Northwest Coastal Indians have participated in the Canoe Journey, traveling to villages along the ancestral highways of the Salish Sea. This spiritual commitment requires participants to be free from alcohol and drugs, offering profound healing for individuals, families, and tribes, especially those in recovery.

For more information, contact Paul Steinbroner at (541) 941-5317.

The National Confluence, held November 5, 2019, in Sedona, AZ, opened with a keynote address on "Reciprocal Healing: Nature, Health, and Wild Vitality."

This theme emphasizes that healing

The National Confluence, held November 5, 2019, in Sedona, AZ, opened with a keynote address on "Reciprocal Healing: Nature, Health, and Wild Vitality."

This theme emphasizes that healing by the Earth is an active medicine. Robin Wall Kimmerer further explored this concept, focusing on fostering kinship and reciprocity.

In September 2016, the critical importance of sacred lands, exemplified by the Standing Rock movement, gained significant attention.

This movement underscored the vital link between

In September 2016, the critical importance of sacred lands, exemplified by the Standing Rock movement, gained significant attention.

This movement underscored the vital link between protecting these lands and addressing climate change, emphasizing the need for responsible environmental stewardship.