Sustainability Action Media (SAM) documented the 2012 Earth Day Conference, sponsored by the Earth & Spirit Council. Videotaped by Tom Hopkins and Barry Heidt of SAM, the event featured an elders

Sustainability Action Media (SAM) documented the 2012 Earth Day Conference, sponsored by the Earth & Spirit Council. Videotaped by Tom Hopkins and Barry Heidt of SAM, the event featured an elders and youth panel.

The panel explored the central topic: "What gives us hope and heart to keep working on what is best for our Earth in the face of difficult changes?" The evening closed with song, drumming, and celebration.

This excerpt, titled "Hope and Heart to Keep on Working on Behalf of Earth," highlights the discussion on hope, featuring Larry Merculieff, Barbara Ford, and Duane Elgin.

This EarthSayers Radio interview features videographer Barry Heidt discussing his upcoming three-week journey to Ecuador. Beginning February 2, 2013, Heidt will interview indigenous leaders who

This EarthSayers Radio interview features videographer Barry Heidt discussing his upcoming three-week journey to Ecuador. Beginning February 2, 2013, Heidt will interview indigenous leaders who speak on behalf of Mother Earth. He plans to collaborate with David Tucker, director of Pachamama Journeys for the Pachamama Alliance, and Natalia Greene, director of Fundación Pachamama's Rights of Nature program.

Images illustrating Barry's story are sourced from the Pachamama Alliance and Rights of Nature websites, as well as the EarthDay 2012 Conference. Individuals and organizations interested in collaborating with or supporting Barry Heidt's journey can contact him directly at 541-992-4230.

Ilarion challenges us to embrace sustainable living in every aspect of our lives.

This video is an excerpt from a SustainableTV taping by Tom Hopkins. It was recorded at the EarthDay 2012

Ilarion challenges us to embrace sustainable living in every aspect of our lives.

This video is an excerpt from a SustainableTV taping by Tom Hopkins. It was recorded at the EarthDay 2012 event, sponsored by the Earth and Spirit Council of Portland, Oregon.

An Aleut traditional messenger offers indigenous perspectives and ancestral wisdom to navigate modern times. His elders stress the paramount importance of women's leadership to transform

An Aleut traditional messenger offers indigenous perspectives and ancestral wisdom to navigate modern times. His elders stress the paramount importance of women's leadership to transform civilization and preserve Earth's ability to sustain life.

This speech was delivered at the 2013 Bioneers National Conference. Since 1990, Bioneers has been a vital hub for social and scientific innovators, providing practical, visionary solutions to the world's most pressing environmental and social challenges.

The 2013 Annual Bioneers Conference featured a discussion on Women's Leadership with three bioneers: Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins, Nina Simons, and Ilarion Merculieff.

This content, focusing on

The 2013 Annual Bioneers Conference featured a discussion on Women's Leadership with three bioneers: Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins, Nina Simons, and Ilarion Merculieff.

This content, focusing on their insights into women's leadership, was published by Bioneers on December 9, 2013.

Ilarion Larry Merculieff, President of the Global Center for Indigenous Leadership and Lifeways, brings over 40 years of experience serving indigenous peoples,

Ilarion Larry Merculieff, President of the Global Center for Indigenous Leadership and Lifeways, brings over 40 years of experience serving indigenous peoples, including the Aleuts of the Pribilof Islands.

At the AASHE 2015 Conference & Expo, he shared his vision for transforming sustainability education.

On July 14, 2011, Ilarion Merculieff addressed the Earth and Spirit Council. He shared insights into indigenous elder wisdom and the highly evolved spiritual cultures rooted in Mother

On July 14, 2011, Ilarion Merculieff addressed the Earth and Spirit Council. He shared insights into indigenous elder wisdom and the highly evolved spiritual cultures rooted in Mother Earth.

Merculieff's presentation also explored the concept of the womb as the Center of the Universe, emphasizing the sacredness of women.

This excerpt presents an interview with Larry Merculieff (Aleut) from the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project (