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“Our land is different now.”

“Our land is different now.” Reindeer herders’ experiences with a changing environment Reindeer pastoralism is a traditional livelihood that exemplifies sustainable management of northern ecosystems, built on knowledge that reflects the region's climatic and geographic context. This knowledge is passed on between generations and constantly adjusted to changing conditions. Reindeer pastoralism reflects complex relationships between humans, animals and the environment in the Arctic. Learn More

Knowing the IPs of the Tomsk

On 10 March, in the library ‘Eureka’ of Tomsk, Selkup elders meet with kindergarten children to teach them about the Indigenous peoples of the Tomsk region. Through games, riddles, and dances, the elders taught the children about the rituals, customs, traditions, and literary heritage of Indigenous peoples in the Siberia and their contribution to nature conservation and relationship with biodiversity. The peculiarities of the various ornaments and elements in Indigenous peoples’ attire present...

Tanglag Women’s Participation in Food Security and in Preserving Indigenous Food Systems

Tanglag is one of the barangays of Lubuagan, Kalinga composed of four sitios or villages. These are Sukiap, Bannong, Gaang, and Liglig. It is an agricultural community that can be reached by an around two-hour hike across rugged terrain and the Chico River from the national road of Lubuagan. The community’s main source of food comes from their rice fields, gardens, and pastured animals. Villagers are also sustained by forests surrounding the community, the mighty Chico River, and the communal...