At the 2016 National Bioneers Conference, First Nations and Métis leaders, including Clayton Thomas-Muller, Jeff Baker, Eriel Deranger, Melina Laboucan Massimo, and Tara Houska, discussed truth,

At the 2016 National Bioneers Conference, First Nations and Métis leaders, including Clayton Thomas-Muller, Jeff Baker, Eriel Deranger, Melina Laboucan Massimo, and Tara Houska, discussed truth, reconciliation, residential schools, and future actions.

This presentation was part of the Indigeneity Forum, a Native-led Bioneers program that champions indigenous knowledge to address pressing environmental and social issues through respectful dialogue.

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The WECAN and Bioneers Everywoman's Leadership program addresses the urgent climate crisis, which is accelerating faster than predicted. Despite the ongoing impact of extractive industries, women,

The WECAN and Bioneers Everywoman's Leadership program addresses the urgent climate crisis, which is accelerating faster than predicted. Despite the ongoing impact of extractive industries, women, BIPOC, and youth leaders are spearheading innovative solutions in this critical, existential struggle. Join three visionary climate justice leaders as they share their strategic insights.

Hear from Eriel Deranger (Indigenous Climate Action), Leila Salazar-Lopez (Amazon Watch), and Osprey Orielle Lake (Women's Earth and Climate Action Network – WECAN). The session will be hosted by Bioneers co-founder Nina Simons.

Learn more at http://www.bioneers.org.

Amid growing success in Indigenous-led #landback campaigns and triumphs over extraction, this session highlights the crucial link between land restoration and addressing collective trauma. It

Amid growing success in Indigenous-led #landback campaigns and triumphs over extraction, this session highlights the crucial link between land restoration and addressing collective trauma. It explores how #landback efforts can benefit from including Black and other marginalized groups, and critically examines if ‘call out culture’ hinders decolonization movements.

Moderated by Eriel Deranger, with Jodie Geddes and Carlee Loft, panelists will share practical strategies. These include an intergenerational focus, ceremony, and spending time on the land.

This talk was delivered at the 2023 Bioneers Conference. Learn more at bioneers.org.

Colonial oppression severely damaged the relationship between tribal communities and their traditional lands. However, a new generation of First Nations activists is now working to restore these

Colonial oppression severely damaged the relationship between tribal communities and their traditional lands. However, a new generation of First Nations activists is now working to restore these vital connections.

These activists are dedicated to safeguarding Indigenous identity for future generations. Their efforts include protecting traditional territories and sacred sites, while also renewing Indigenous land stewardship practices.

Key figures in this movement include Eriel Deranger (Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation), Valentin Lopez (Amah Mutsun Tribal Band), and Cara Romero (Mohave-based Chemehuevi Tribe).

On December 5, WECAN hosted a UN Side Event at COP28, titled "Women Implementing Climate Justice Solutions to Mitigate and Adapt to the Climate Crisis." Grassroots, Indigenous, and frontline

On December 5, WECAN hosted a UN Side Event at COP28, titled "Women Implementing Climate Justice Solutions to Mitigate and Adapt to the Climate Crisis." Grassroots, Indigenous, and frontline women, along with global organization representatives, presented diverse climate justice strategies, including forest protection, Indigenous rights, agro-ecology, and a Just Transition.

The event featured powerful testimonies from diverse women leaders. A special appearance by Sonia Guajajara, Brazil's Minister of Indigenous Peoples, underscored the vital role of women's leadership globally. WECAN is honored to continue its long-standing collaboration with Minister Guajajara.