Indigenous women lead the way in climate change solutions

Three Indigenous women bring unique perspectives and traditional knowledge to the forefront of the climate change discussion.

B. ‘Toastie’ Oaster, Anna V. Smith, and Joaqlin Estus report for High Country News.

In short:

Amelia Marchand advocates for integrating Indigenous knowledge in climate science, emphasizing data sovereignty and ethical collaboration with tribal communities.
Lydia Jennings, a soil microbiologist, studies the environmental impact of mining near tribal lands, underscoring the importance of Indigenous perspectives in land management and policy.
Iñupiaq Roberta Tuurraq Glenn-Borade blends traditional knowledge with scientific research to address climate challenges, highlighting the resilience of Indigenous cultures.

Key quote:

"Indigenous people have so much to give, if people would just stop taking it."

— Amelia Marchand, senior tribal climate resilience liaison at the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians

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