Anishinaabe Grandmother Florence Paynter, from Sandy Bay First Nation, shares why receiving the COVID-19 vaccine was crucial for her as a knowledge keeper and Anishinaabe language speaker. She is

Anishinaabe Grandmother Florence Paynter, from Sandy Bay First Nation, shares why receiving the COVID-19 vaccine was crucial for her as a knowledge keeper and Anishinaabe language speaker. She is a member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers. Watch her message here: [English Version](https://youtu.be/9XEcDv_hmPI).

This is the fourth part of a Turtle Lodge series where elders and knowledge keepers discuss COVID-19, vaccines, and traditional medicine. Previous parts feature Elder Dr. Dave Courchene ([Part 1](https://youtu.be/Fqz-vA1S-0I)), Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing ([Part 2](https://youtu.be/rix7fyz9OIQ)), and Elder Chief Dr. Harry Bone ([Part 3](https://youtu.be/IJ1h6OcwmJw)) sharing their experiences and perspectives on balancing modern and traditional medicine.

Anishinaabe Grandmother Florence Paynter, a Knowledge Keeper and language speaker from Sandy Bay First Nation, explains her decision to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. As a member of the National

Anishinaabe Grandmother Florence Paynter, a Knowledge Keeper and language speaker from Sandy Bay First Nation, explains her decision to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. As a member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, her message is significant.

This is Part 4 in a series from Turtle Lodge Elders and Knowledge Keepers addressing COVID-19, vaccines, and traditional medicine. Previous parts include Elder Dr. Dave Courchene (Part 1), Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing (Part 2), and Elder Chief Dr. Harry Bone (Part 3), who discuss balancing modern and traditional medicine.

A French version is also available: Cliquez ici pour la version française.

Martin Putschek, founder of Swimsol, discusses how his team thrives on unity and trust. Inspired by a 2009 Maldives trip, he founded Swimsol in 2012 to develop marine floating solar solutions.

Martin Putschek, founder of Swimsol, discusses how his team thrives on unity and trust. Inspired by a 2009 Maldives trip, he founded Swimsol in 2012 to develop marine floating solar solutions. This resulted in SolarSea™, the world's first commercial modular marine-grade floating solar system, developed with the Technical University of Vienna.

Swimsol now has 55 employees, with successful projects in the Maldives, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Their innovation helps islands significantly reduce diesel reliance. They are also expanding globally. This TEDx talk highlights their pioneering work.

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Senator Telena Cruz Nelson of the 36th Guam Legislature emphasizes the importance of Guam's "Inifresi" pledge and raising future stewards, drawing from her island upbringing. A three-term

Senator Telena Cruz Nelson of the 36th Guam Legislature emphasizes the importance of Guam's "Inifresi" pledge and raising future stewards, drawing from her island upbringing. A three-term Democratic Senator and Majority Leader, she chairs committees on Education, Infrastructure, and Guåhan Preservation, among others.

A UOG Anthropology graduate, Sen. Nelson served as a US Army Combat Medic, becoming the first female combat veteran elected to the Guam Legislature. She is currently a Major in the Guam National Guard and a former educator. She champions legislation for public safety, education, health, and transparency, advocating for the wellbeing of Guam's people.

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Anishinaabe Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, from Lake Manitoba First Nation, shares her insights on vaccination. A member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, she discusses

Anishinaabe Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, from Lake Manitoba First Nation, shares her insights on vaccination. A member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, she discusses encouraging her family to get vaccinated and the importance of personal choice.

Grandmother Mary also recounts a community ceremony that supported her before receiving the vaccine. For the English version, click here: https://youtu.be/Ms9s9WFzIpw

Anishinaabe Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, from Lake Manitoba First Nation and a member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, shares her COVID-19 vaccine experience. She

Anishinaabe Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, from Lake Manitoba First Nation and a member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, shares her COVID-19 vaccine experience. She discusses encouraging her family, the importance of individual choice, and how a pre-vaccine ceremony supported her.

This message is Part 2 in a series from Turtle Lodge Elders and Knowledge Keepers on COVID-19, vaccines, and traditional medicine. Listen to the French version here. See Part 1, featuring Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, here.

Extractive farming practices have driven a planetary emergency, depleting nature and impacting climate, biodiversity, and public health. With agriculture using half our land, farmers are crucial

Extractive farming practices have driven a planetary emergency, depleting nature and impacting climate, biodiversity, and public health. With agriculture using half our land, farmers are crucial stewards. We must redesign systems from extraction to regeneration and sustainability.

In this talk, Henry Dimbleby, lead non-executive director for DEFRA and architect of the National Food Strategy, addresses the complexity of food systems and the urgent need for a common language to measure farming sustainability.

Henry co-founded Leon Restaurants, the Sustainable Restaurant Association, and Chefs in Schools, bringing extensive expertise to this TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

TEDx events are independently organized. Guidelines for organizers are detailed here. This talk was presented at an

TEDx events are independently organized. Guidelines for organizers are detailed here. This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event; learn more at ted.com/tedx.

John Lanier, Executive Director of the Ray C. Anderson Foundation, continues his grandfather Ray C. Anderson's environmental legacy. He advocates for a holistic climate change approach, exemplified by Drawdown Georgia, which tackles emissions and social issues like unemployment and hunger.

Lanier serves on the Southface Institute board and authored “Mid-Course Correction Revisited,” an update to his grandfather’s book. He holds a Juris Doctorate and Bachelor of Arts degrees in history and economics from the University of Virginia.

Bertrand Piccard, the visionary behind Solar Impulse—the first airplane to fly around the world without fuel—launched the #1000 SOLUTIONS initiative through the Solar Impulse Foundation. This

Bertrand Piccard, the visionary behind Solar Impulse—the first airplane to fly around the world without fuel—launched the #1000 SOLUTIONS initiative through the Solar Impulse Foundation. This project aims to present energy innovations to decision-makers, fostering more ambitious energy policies and environmental targets.

In his TEDxKiteInsights Countdown talk, as #1000 SOLUTIONS nears completion, Piccard reflects on insights gained regarding climate innovation culture and the potential to unite stakeholders to fast-track clean energy solutions.

This TEDx event was independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Twenty-one years ago, Wilma Rodrigues established Saahas to implement sustainable waste management solutions, aligning with new SWM rules. Saahas works on both front-end community engagement for

Twenty-one years ago, Wilma Rodrigues established Saahas to implement sustainable waste management solutions, aligning with new SWM rules. Saahas works on both front-end community engagement for source segregation and the 3Rs, and back-end infrastructure development.

As an entrepreneur who champions environmental and social impact, Wilma addresses existing gaps in the waste management ecosystem and proposes solutions. This insightful talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.