Threatened Guardians of the Earth - Indigenous Peoples' Role in Environmental Protection

Explore the crucial yet often dangerous role Indigenous peoples play in safeguarding a healthy, climate-resilient planet in this 46-minute conversation from the 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into insights from Carla Fredericks, CEO of the Christensen Fund and former director of the American Indian Law Clinic at University of Colorado Law School, and Peter Seligmann, founder and chair of Conservation International and founder and CEO of Nia Tero. Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by Indigenous communities as they work to protect the environment and maintain ecological balance. Discover how their traditional knowledge and practices contribute to global conservation efforts and climate change mitigation. Learn about the intersection of Indigenous rights, environmental protection, and sustainable development in this thought-provoking discussion that addresses key themes of the festival, including Heat, Power, Connection, Trust, Money, and Beauty.