Excerpt of an interview with Roberta "Bobbie" Conner (Cayuse) from the Native

Excerpt of an interview with Roberta "Bobbie" Conner (Cayuse) from the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project with complete transcript at nativeperspectives.net. Conner speaks to the importance of developing intimate relationships with local landscapes and other species.NativePerspectives — December 10, 2009 —

Excerpt of an interview with Jeannette Armstrong (Syilx, Okanagan) from the

Excerpt of an interview with Jeannette Armstrong (Syilx, Okanagan) from the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project with complete transcript at nativeperspectives.net. Armstrong speaks to the loss of community and the value of building long-term relationships with people and place. NativePerspectives — November 20, 2009 —

Excerpt of an interview with Wilson Justin (Althsetnay, Athabascan):  Justin shares his view of what entails true leadership, and he cites the need for a new generation of leaders at

Excerpt of an interview with Wilson Justin (Althsetnay, Athabascan):  Justin shares his view of what entails true leadership, and he cites the need for a new generation of leaders at all levels of society. People who illuminate issues and have moral courage and speak out.

This clip is part of a series exploring the meaning of sustainability from the perspectives of indigenous leaders from the bioregion of Salmon Nation. See the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project .

Excerpt of an interview with Guujaaw (Haida): Guujaaw speaks to the importance of the land in meeting the needs of the Haida people, and of having an economy that works with his people's

Excerpt of an interview with Guujaaw (Haida): Guujaaw speaks to the importance of the land in meeting the needs of the Haida people, and of having an economy that works with his people's focus on the multigenerational aspects of life.
This clip is part of a series exploring the meaning of sustainability from the perspectives of indigenous leaders from the bioregion of Salmon Nation. See Native Perspectives on Sustainability project.

Looking out for the Seveth Generation. All leaders need to be responsible for the future. What does it take to create a better future for the human family and all life on this planet? We need to

Looking out for the Seveth Generation. All leaders need to be responsible for the future. What does it take to create a better future for the human family and all life on this planet? We need to combine the visions and dreams of the young, the wisdom of the elders, and good practice examples of how people are active to tackle the major world problems humanity is facing. We believe that in this combination lies a key to unlock the boundless sources of compassion, imagination, and creativity that are so much needed in our troubled times. Join the Feather Project!

The Feather Project brings these elements together - the visions, the wisdom, and the practical action for creating a more just, peaceful and sustainable future. In this major task ahead of us, the dialogue and collaboration of the generations is a crucial element.