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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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Indigenous Knowledge Meets Science to Take on Climate Change

2020

Author(s): Ibrahim HO

To tackle a problem as large as climate change, we need both science and Indigenous wisdom, says environmental activist Ms Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim.

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How indigenous knowledge can build home-grown economies

2020

Author(s): Dhewa D

Working at the intersection of formal and informal agricultural markets in Zimbabwe, his organisation has setup a fluid knowledge and information platform called MKambo which tracks, trends and ensures agricultural value chains are driven by knowledge, technology and innovation. Charles is always clarifying opportunities and influencing policy through his thought leadership blog ‘eMKambo’. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community.

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A Film to Promote Sustainable Food System Practices

2020

Author(s): International Centre for Environmental Education and Community Development (ICENECDEV)

Promoting sustainable Food System in the Mount Cameroon Forest Region through Tradition/Indigenous Knowledge, Agroecology and Natural Farming Practices in providing healthy Food to Healthy People.

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Struggle for recognition of traditional seed in Brazil.

2020

Author(s): African Centre for Biodiversity (ACB)

Farmers’ seed, which is an intrinsic aspect of indigenous knowledge, constitutes the majority of seed used and exchanged. Crops produced from this seed contribute substantially to food and nutrition security for billions of people. However, these seeds receive scant recognition, and there is limited support for their reproduction, adaptation and use by farmers, for farmers.

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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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She proposes clear, practical steps on how African societies can truly rise, and turn this situation around. Scientist, author of Land of my Ancestors This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community.

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The Case to Recognise Indigenous Knowledge as Science

2019

Author(s): Albert Wiggan | TEDxSydney

In this passionate talk, Albert Wiggan calls for better recognition from the scientific community arguing that Indigenous knowledge is science and that's what we should call it.

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Indigenous Storytelling as a Political Lens

2019

Author(s): Simpson T

Ms Tai Simpson works in anti-racism education and community organizing. She calls on her non-native audience to embody “old ways” when voting, teaching, and living in the world.

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Native American Culture - Language: the Key to Everything

2019

Author(s): Corn R

This talk addresses the need to revitalize the Menominee Native American language.