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Delve into these stories illustrating the time-tested effectiveness of Indigenous Peoples' guardianship in action across the globe.

During the conference forum event, two Indigenous men engaged in discussion.

September 10, 2025

Virtual Intensive Trainings: Strengthening Indigenous Peoples’ Effective Participation at COP30

By Nancy Kelsey (Anishinaabe)

Global forums like COP30, the UN climate conference, may be difficult to navigate for first-timers. A six-part training series, co-organized by Nia Tero, seeks to demystify COP30 processes and make these spaces more accessible to Indigenous Peoples.

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Silhouette of teepees at sunset

September 10, 2025

Cultural Revitalization in Action on Blackfeet Lands

By Nancy Kelsey (Anishinaabe)

Blackfeet ECO Knowledge in Montana is helping spur cultural revitalization on its reservation. Some of its programmatic work centers on reconnection to the land and upholding Indigenous Peoples' guardianship.

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An Indigenous woman protesting or advocating for Indigenous rights at a public event with a sign.

September 10, 2025

Amplifying Indigenous Voices: Investing in Strategic Communications in the Amazon

This year, Nia Tero kicked off a webinar series that spotlights practical ways to strengthen Indigenous Peoples' capacity by funding long-term communications teams, training and tools, and networks that elevate local voices.

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Indigenous Peoples, partners, and guests gathered for the launch of the Greater Tumucumaque Program in the Brazilian northern Amazon. Photo by Kamikia Kisedje.

November 14, 2024

15-Year Partnership Launched to Strengthen Indigenous Guardianship in the Brazilian Amazon

The Greater Tumucumaque Program will last 15 years, contributing to territorial protection, biodiversity monitoring, and tackling the climate crisis.

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Side event during COP16 in Cali, Colombia about the New Programme of Work and the Permanent Subsidiary Body on Article 8(j). Photo: Luana Polinesio / Nia Tero.

November 7, 2024

COP16 Takeaways: A Major Victory for Indigenous Peoples, Yet Many Questions Remain

Indigenous Peoples secured a significant win regarding the importance of traditional knowledge in protecting biodiversity. However, COP16 failed to define crucial topics like mobilizing biodiversity funding.

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Guests sharing kava a traditional drink popular in Pasifik nations. Photo by Joe Short Nature House.

November 6, 2024

Indigenous Dialogues: Sharing Ancestral Knowledge to Protect the Earth

By Nancy Kelsey (Anishinaabe)

On Monday, October 28th, in a lush green space surrounded by the mountains of Colombia, Indigenous leaders from around the world met.

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