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The Importance of Indigenous Wisdom in Protecting the Environment
09:39 - 14:19 (04:40)
Scientists are realizing that the wisdom and values of indigenous peoples, such as reciprocity, spirituality, and collective decision making, hold the key to reversing the damaging effects of climate change and biodiversity loss caused by overconsumption and development aggression. It is necessary to honor and support indigenous peoples in order to protect the planet and ourselves.
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Indigenous peoples' values and ways of caring for their territories are finding their way into scientific studies and global assessments on biodiversity, ecosystem services, climate change, and land degradation.
09:39 - 14:19 (04:40)
Summary
Indigenous peoples' values and ways of caring for their territories are finding their way into scientific studies and global assessments on biodiversity, ecosystem services, climate change, and land degradation. As we face the negative effects of environmental issues like climate change and biodiversity loss, scientists are realizing that incorporating indigenous wisdom and values may be the path towards salvation.