We are deeply committed to participating in righting the wrongs of colonialism and of the oppression and forced assimilation of Indigenous Peoples worldwide, by engaging in not only reconciliation but also reconcili-action.
The Hewa of Papua New Guinea pursue conservation-based development by maintaining traditional biodiverse mosaics on their lands. William Thomas The Laigaip River in Hewa territory is the main eastern tributary…
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In Papua New Guinea, Indigenous communities adopt conservation deeds to protect their lands on their own terms. Tanya Zeriga and Mavis Jimbudo The Wanang Conservation Area with a school, village,…
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In Aotearoa, a marae-based educational program rebuilds connection with ancestral land and water in a changing social and environmental context. WORDS Suz Te Tai, Kim Peita, and Krushil Watene |…
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A designer takes responsibility to learn about the landscape and the Aboriginal languages that describe it. WORDS AND ART Kathryn Morgan “Oysters and Rushes,” cyanotype and mixed media collage. Beginning…
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In Hawaiʻi, the concept of rights is more accurately understood to mean responsibilities. Kawika Winter Biocultural restoration efforts are restoring foundational components of the Hawaiian eco-civilization. Pictured here is a…
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Walking through ancient cultural and spiritual landscapes inspires reverence, respect, and a sense of ethics of place. WORDS AND IMAGES Michael Davis Kakadu National Park. The view from Ubirr…
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Three people from different backgrounds weave together their personal and collective histories, deeply intertwined with Country. Sophie Zaccone, David Doyle, and Mark Lock Mark, Dave, and Sophie meet at Dave’s…
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A statement of resolve and determination to reconnect to heritage. WORDS AND ART Cheyenne Muscovich "Stagnant Patch,” digital painting. White hands threaten to pull a wilted and damaged…
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Faith Baisden, Thomas Dick, Carolyn Barker, and Kristina Kelman Leonora Adidi, Faith Baisden, and Joy Bonner on Yugambeh Country in 2014, after the song gathering at which the project was…
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This page complements the photo essay “Yamani: Voices of an Ancient Land,” which presents a unique musical project by the same name, developed by six extraordinary Australian Indigenous women. They…
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