Lydia Jennings, a member of the Huichol (Wixaritari) and Pascua Yaqui (Yoeme) Nations, holds a doctorate in soil microbiology. Her work champions environmental science and the essential role of

Lydia Jennings, a member of the Huichol (Wixaritari) and Pascua Yaqui (Yoeme) Nations, holds a doctorate in soil microbiology. Her work champions environmental science and the essential role of Indigenous communities, striving for more inclusive academic and environmental landscapes.

When her graduation was canceled due to the pandemic, Lydia celebrated by running 50 miles to honor Indigenous scientists and knowledge keepers—a tribute to the past, present, and future. This inspiring story is captured in a film by Devin Whetstone and Jordan Marie Daniel.

Special thanks to Rising Hearts for making this film possible. Music was composed by Stephanie Nicora & Bill Reynolds, featuring vocalist Eden Fine Day, and songs by Portugal. The Man and Raye Zaragoza.

This animation explores a post-consumer society, envisioning a future with fewer work hours, increased re-skilling, homesteading, and small-scale enterprises. These shifts aim to reduce the

This animation explores a post-consumer society, envisioning a future with fewer work hours, increased re-skilling, homesteading, and small-scale enterprises. These shifts aim to reduce the consumer economy's overall size and impact. It is narrated by economist and best-selling author Juliet Schor and produced by The Center for the New American Dream.

Dr. Schor's book, *Plenitude*, delves deeper into these concepts. You can order it from Amazon or find it at your local bookstore.

Riane Eisler, a social scientist, attorney, and author, has profoundly influenced cultural transformation. A leader in peace, sustainability, and economic equity, her pioneering human rights work

Riane Eisler, a social scientist, attorney, and author, has profoundly influenced cultural transformation. A leader in peace, sustainability, and economic equity, her pioneering human rights work expanded the focus of international organizations to include women's and children's rights.

Her newest book, The Real Wealth of Nations: Creating a Caring Economics, proposes a new economic approach. It gives visibility and value to the essential work of caring for people and nature.

Karen Litfin is the author of "Ecovillages: Lessons for Sustainable Community." Learn more about the book and its themes at the official