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In this book, we explore the economic wellbeing of Indigenous peoples globally through case studies that provide practical examples of how Indigenous wellbeing is premised on sustainable self- determination that is in turn dependent on a community’s evolving model for economic development, its cultural traditions, its relationship to its traditional territories and its particular spiritual practices.

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Research Papers/Articles
Geographical Indications in Horticulture: North East India Perspective

2020

Author(s): Datta HS, Sharma G, Bora SS

The study highlights that GI tags will pave the way for better branding and marketing of horticultural products of Northeast Region both in domestic and international Market, besides protecting local crops and facilitating better return to legitimate rural producers.

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Reports
Global Biodiversity Outlook 5

2020

Author(s): Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity

The fifth edition of Global Biodiversity Outlook (GBO-5) is a final report card on progress against the 20 global biodiversity targets agreed in 2010 with a 2020 deadline, and offers lessons learned and best practices for getting on track. Towards a landmark new global post-2020 biodiversity framework: GBO-5 synthesizes scientific basis for urgent action.

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This case study suggests that helping vulnerable indigenous populations adapt to climate change will require a reassessment of prevailing perceptions of their traditional ecological knowledge.

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This study presented an engagement strategy that was piloted for the tribes of the Wind River Indian Reservation in Wyoming and replicated for other tribes across the Northern and Central Plains.

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Research Papers/Articles
Extraction of Natural Dye from Mammea suriga and its Application on Silk and Cotton Fabrics

2020

Author(s): Verenkar N, Krishnan S

The preliminary phytochemical tests reveal the presence of tannins in the bark extract of the plant, which is responsible for imparting brown colour shades to the silk and cotton fabrics.

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Opinions/Videos
Pukhlein Recipe, Meghalaya Special Rice Jaggery Snack

2020

Author(s): Banerjee K, Banerjee K

Pukhlein is a traditional rice flour recipe that owes it's origin to Meghalaya and is known for its palatable flavors all around the country.

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This research focused on the lack of Indigenous representation in Jasper National Park (JNP) and the negative impacts it has on Indigenous communities and their relationship with JNP management.

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Opinions/Videos
Indigenous Peoples of the Caribbean: A Focus on the Taíno

2020

Author(s): Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning (JCAL) ​

In this online presentation, internationally renowned advocate, artist, and educator, Mr Roberto Múkaro Borrero provided viewers with an introductory look at the history, culture and contemporary issues of the Taíno People. This lecture presentation was followed by a Q & A session.

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Opinions/Videos
The Resurgence of Indigenous Knowledge

2020

Author(s): Johnston LJ

Science and Nonduality is a community inspired by timeless wisdom, informed by cutting-edge science, and grounded in direct experience. We come together in an open-hearted exploration while celebrating our humanity.