From June 25-27, 2024, CISL CEO Lindsay Hooper spoke at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Dalian, China. She addressed the critical need to scale and accelerate transformative action to

From June 25-27, 2024, CISL CEO Lindsay Hooper spoke at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Dalian, China. She addressed the critical need to scale and accelerate transformative action to tackle the nature crisis.

Her discussions explored the leadership required to deliver global agreements, the role of business and finance in transitioning to a nature-positive economy, and how to integrate natural capital into decision-making beyond current economic indicators.

Read more about her participation here.

Indigenous communities continue to battle "fortress conservation" efforts that displace them and restrict access to their ancestral lands. This approach often conflicts with their traditional

Indigenous communities continue to battle "fortress conservation" efforts that displace them and restrict access to their ancestral lands. This approach often conflicts with their traditional stewardship, despite Indigenous peoples being vital guardians of the Earth.

Though making up just over 6% of the global population, Indigenous peoples steward 25% of the Earth's surface and 40% of intact ecosystems. They protect 80% of the planet's remaining biodiversity, a direct result of their profound relationships with their territories.

Indigenous communities face new struggles due to extractivism for transition minerals like copper, nickel, cobalt, and lithium. These minerals are vital for electric vehicle batteries and other

Indigenous communities face new struggles due to extractivism for transition minerals like copper, nickel, cobalt, and lithium. These minerals are vital for electric vehicle batteries and other green technologies, yet their extraction profoundly impacts Indigenous lands and livelihoods.

Activists and community leaders advocate for a Just Transition to a green economy. They emphasize that Indigenous Peoples' rights must be central to shifting investment portfolios towards net zero, ensuring equity and sustainability.

Global women and feminist leaders are calling for urgent climate justice and action for future generations. WECAN marks International Women's Day by releasing a video showcasing women and

Global women and feminist leaders are calling for urgent climate justice and action for future generations. WECAN marks International Women's Day by releasing a video showcasing women and gender-diverse leaders' solutions.

Amidst escalating climate crisis and social inequities, these leaders demand bold systems change and transformational leadership. They champion solutions for food sovereignty, Indigenous rights, and a Just Transition, challenging governments and corporations to end extractive practices and declare a climate emergency. Their fight for Mother Earth is unwavering.

On November 4, 2021, Indigenous women leaders united at COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland, to issue an urgent call to action for the Amazon in crisis. Organized by the Women’s Earth and Climate Action

On November 4, 2021, Indigenous women leaders united at COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland, to issue an urgent call to action for the Amazon in crisis. Organized by the Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International, they advocated for Indigenous rights and the protection of forests, water, communities, and the global climate.

Speakers highlighted the devastating impacts of climate change, extractive industries, and agri-business in the Amazon. They underscored the critical importance of Indigenous rights as a vital climate solution.

Yesterday, the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders and Knowledge Keepers honored Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Jr. He was recognized for his leadership, service to the People and Mother Earth, and

Yesterday, the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders and Knowledge Keepers honored Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Jr. He was recognized for his leadership, service to the People and Mother Earth, and his work in fulfilling the Turtle Lodge's vision.

His spiritual names, Nitamabit (The Original Way and One who Sits in Front) and Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Leading Earth Man), reflect his profound contributions to awakening, nurturing, and strengthening the spirit in all Peoples.

The National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders and Knowledge Keepers extends heartfelt condolences to the Muslim community for the tragic loss of a family of four, leaving a nine-year-old boy without

The National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders and Knowledge Keepers extends heartfelt condolences to the Muslim community for the tragic loss of a family of four, leaving a nine-year-old boy without immediate family. We stand in solidarity in your grief.

The Turtle Lodge shares a long-standing relationship with the Muslim community, built on mutual respect and common values of honoring the Creator and Mother Earth. We are moved by your community's statements reflecting compassion, peace, and love, inspiring humanity towards a future of peace.

We must never lose faith in peace, continuing to carry the torch of love, compassion, and forgiveness. From our sacred lodges, we offer love and prayers for the healing of all communities and Peoples, striving to fulfill the Creator's will of love and peace.

SDG 16, focused on "Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions," includes a target to ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms. A study co-produced by UNPFII Indigenous

SDG 16, focused on "Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions," includes a target to ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms. A study co-produced by UNPFII Indigenous Media Caucus, Cultural Survival, and WACC investigates whether this goal is being met for Indigenous Peoples.

Learn from this research with insights from panelists including investigative journalist Jenni Monet (K’awaikame /Laguna Pueblo), David Hernández Palmar (Wayuu) of The International Indigenous Film Showcase of Venezuela, Marianne Dekker (KhoiSan) from Valley FM, Jagat Man Lama Dong of Indigenous Community Radio Network in Nepal, and Jose Manuel Ramos Rodriguez, a researcher for the Media Caucus Study.

Explore international human rights mechanisms such as the Universal Periodic Review (UPR), UN Treaty bodies, and the High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.

Discover how

Explore international human rights mechanisms such as the Universal Periodic Review (UPR), UN Treaty bodies, and the High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.

Discover how these mechanisms strengthen your advocacy and pressure governments—locally, nationally, and globally—to uphold Indigenous Peoples' rights.

This training is led by Joshua Cooper, Executive Director of Oceania Human Rights and Dean of the Global Leadership Academy for Human Rights Advocacy.

“A Conversation Across Ways of Knowing & Relating to Land” features Anishinaabe Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Dakota Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, the Honourable Harry Slade and Carolyn

“A Conversation Across Ways of Knowing & Relating to Land” features Anishinaabe Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Dakota Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, the Honourable Harry Slade and Carolyn Bennett, and Dr. Fikret Berkes. Moderated by Dr. Nancy Turner, the discussion explores relationships to land and diverse ways of knowing among Peoples.

Reconciling Ways of Knowing (RWoK) Conveners Miles Richardson and Dr. David Suzuki further connect this dialogue to RWoK's ongoing series.

This video is Part 2/2 of the dialogue, which originally aired on March 4, 2021. Watch Part 1: https://youtu.be/6oY05Ei6hAc