Kayapó leaders Megaron Txukaramae and Raoni Metuktire, iconic figures of Brazil's Amazonian indigenous movement, address critical threats to their land. They highlight the importance of

Kayapó leaders Megaron Txukaramae and Raoni Metuktire, iconic figures of Brazil's Amazonian indigenous movement, address critical threats to their land. They highlight the importance of indigenous stewardship over the Amazonian landscape, particularly concerning draft bills that could weaken their control.

Survival International facilitated this public forum. For more information, visit Survival International.

Promoting walkability enhances citizen well-being, fosters business, and creates more liveable urban environments by encouraging walking and biking over driving.

City planner and urban

Promoting walkability enhances citizen well-being, fosters business, and creates more liveable urban environments by encouraging walking and biking over driving.

City planner and urban designer Jeff Speck champions walkability and sustainable design. He is the bestselling author of "Walkable City: How Downtown Can Save America, One Step at a Time."

This video, featuring Jeff Speck, was recorded on April 8, 2015, in Lahti, Finland. The event was organized by Aalto University Professional Development, The Regional Council of Päijät-Häme, and the City of Lahti, with partial funding from the European Regional Development Fund. Follow Jeff on Twitter or order his book.

The Nibi Water Gathering, held June 4-5, 2015, at Turtle Lodge in Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba, on the shores of Lake Winnipeg, brought together nations to serve a common purpose: water. During

The Nibi Water Gathering, held June 4-5, 2015, at Turtle Lodge in Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba, on the shores of Lake Winnipeg, brought together nations to serve a common purpose: water. During this gathering, the Original People of Turtle Island (North America) formally established their leadership. The event also honored spiritually guided Earth stewardship leaders and youth completing rites of passage, inviting people of all cultures to participate and make offerings to the Water.

A video of the gathering was produced by Erica Daniels at Turtle Lodge and Manitou Api. Water Song credit goes to Mary Maytwayashing, and Thunderbird Artwork to Norval Morrisseau. Copyright Turtle Lodge 2015.

On January 9, 2013, First Nation Anishnabe Elder Dave Courchene of Turtle Lodge delivered a statement at the Elders Ceremony in

On January 9, 2013, First Nation Anishnabe Elder Dave Courchene of Turtle Lodge delivered a statement at the Elders Ceremony in Ottawa. This address was published the following day.

Known as Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Leading Earth Man), Elder Courchene is a respected teacher devoted to Indigenous knowledge. Since 1992, he has served as a UN Wisdom Keeper, advising on spirituality and sustainable environmental approaches.

Courchene founded Turtle Lodge in 2002, an internationally recognized center for learning, healing, and sharing. He continues to promote peace, recently sharing the stage with the Dalai Lama. Further details are available here.

Amid California's historic drought, Nestle Waters, the world's largest bottler, extracts millions of gallons of water annually from the San Bernardino National Forest. This extraction persists

Amid California's historic drought, Nestle Waters, the world's largest bottler, extracts millions of gallons of water annually from the San Bernardino National Forest. This extraction persists despite Nestle's permit having expired in 1988, at which point the Forest Service should have ceased operations.

We must hold Nestle accountable and ensure this vital public resource is protected for future generations.

This presentation, "Improving Wisdom," features Dr. Ursula Staudinger, Director of the Columbia Aging Center and Professor of Sociomedical Sciences and Psychology at Columbia University. For more

This presentation, "Improving Wisdom," features Dr. Ursula Staudinger, Director of the Columbia Aging Center and Professor of Sociomedical Sciences and Psychology at Columbia University. For more information, visit her website: ursulastaudinger.com.

Dr. Staudinger delivered this talk at the University of Chicago Wisdom Research Forum on May 8, 2015.

The video was published on June 5, 2015.

Jeffrey Webster, PhD, an Instructor of Psychology from Langara College, presented "The H.E.R.O.(E) Model of

Jeffrey Webster, PhD, an Instructor of Psychology from Langara College, presented "The H.E.R.O.(E) Model of Wisdom" at the University of Chicago Wisdom Research Forum on May 8, 2015.

This model, which stands for Humor, Experience, Reflection, Emotion, and Openness, highlights the importance of grounding wisdom in real-life experiences.

Dr. Margaret Plews-Ogan, Bernard B. and Anne L. Brody Teaching Associate Professor of Medicine and Director of the Center for Appreciative Practice at the University of Virginia, presented "Wisdom

Dr. Margaret Plews-Ogan, Bernard B. and Anne L. Brody Teaching Associate Professor of Medicine and Director of the Center for Appreciative Practice at the University of Virginia, presented "Wisdom in Medicine: The Path through Adversity."

This presentation took place at the University of Chicago Wisdom Research Forum on May 8, 2015. For Dr. Plews-Ogan's bio, visit: University of Virginia Medicine.

This content was published on June 4, 2015.

Dr. Amishi Jha, Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of Contemplative Neuroscience, Mindfulness Research and Practice Initiative at the University of Miami, presented "The Wisdom of

Dr. Amishi Jha, Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of Contemplative Neuroscience, Mindfulness Research and Practice Initiative at the University of Miami, presented "The Wisdom of Being Here Now: Strengthening Attention with Mindfulness Training."

This presentation was delivered at the University of Chicago Wisdom Research Forum on May 8, 2015. The recording was published on June 4, 2015. Explore Dr. Jha's work at amishi.com/lab/people/.

Steven Collins, PhD, Chester D. Tripp Professor in the Humanities at the University of Chicago, delivered a presentation titled "The Varieties of Buddhist Wisdom." This talk was part of the

Steven Collins, PhD, Chester D. Tripp Professor in the Humanities at the University of Chicago, delivered a presentation titled "The Varieties of Buddhist Wisdom." This talk was part of the University of Chicago Wisdom Research Forum on May 8, 2015.

The recording of this presentation was published on June 4, 2015. Learn more about Steven Collins, PhD.