On April 18, 2024, Indigenous youth leaders globally convened virtually at the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII). They presented strategies and solutions to address fossil fuel

On April 18, 2024, Indigenous youth leaders globally convened virtually at the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII). They presented strategies and solutions to address fossil fuel extraction, deforestation, and the climate crisis.

Utilizing Indigenous knowledge, panelists championed Indigenous rights, self-determination, and climate justice, aiming for a healthy and equitable climate future. The event featured diverse Indigenous youth leaders from regions including Nepal, Turtle Island/USA, Kenya, and Norway.

The East Bay Sanctuary, founded in 1982, assists refugees, particularly Maya, fleeing violence and persecution from Central America's Northern Triangle. With 5 attorneys, 9 paralegals, and

The East Bay Sanctuary, founded in 1982, assists refugees, particularly Maya, fleeing violence and persecution from Central America's Northern Triangle. With 5 attorneys, 9 paralegals, and volunteers, it has helped thousands, anticipating its 4,000th asylum case win this summer. Michael Smith, Director of the Refugee Rights Program, joined in 1984. An anthropologist, he has received awards from Helen Bamber, the Dalai Lama, and Berkeley Law for his work.

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Established in 1982, the East Bay Sanctuary assists Central American refugees, particularly Maya fleeing violence and racial persecution. Director Michael Smith, an anthropologist who joined in

Established in 1982, the East Bay Sanctuary assists Central American refugees, particularly Maya fleeing violence and racial persecution. Director Michael Smith, an anthropologist who joined in 1984, leads the Refugee Rights Program. With 5 attorneys, 9 paralegals, and volunteers, the sanctuary has aided thousands and expects to win its 4,000th asylum case this summer. Smith has received awards for his work with refugees and law students.

The Commonwealth Club of California, founded in 1903, is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum. Hosting over 400 annual events, it has featured a diverse array of speakers, from Teddy Roosevelt to Hillary Clinton, Martin Luther King, and Ronald Reagan.

Chief Arvol Looking Horse delivered a lecture on October 17, 2016, addressing the water crisis, environmental justice, and unity. His talk highlighted the numerous, long-unrecognized issues

Chief Arvol Looking Horse delivered a lecture on October 17, 2016, addressing the water crisis, environmental justice, and unity. His talk highlighted the numerous, long-unrecognized issues affecting the Native American community.

As the 19th Keeper of the Sacred White Buffalo Calf Pipe and Bundle and spiritual leader of the Lakota Nation, Chief Looking Horse advocates for religious freedom and cultural survival. He has lectured at prestigious universities, authored "White Buffalo Teachings," and founded the Big Foot Riders. His dedication to his people's heritage has earned him multiple awards, including the Juliet Hollister Award.