Why Modern Science Needs Indigenous Intelligence to Save the Planet

Indigenous peoples are the guardians of Mother Earth, says global climate justice leader Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, president of the Association for Indigenous Women and Peoples of Chad, in this episode of the Vital Voices podcast. Listen to hear Ibrahim’s perspective on why modern science needs indigenous intelligence to help save our planet. Plus, meet New York-based Environmental Activist Alicia White, founder & executive director of Project Petals—a groundbreaking environmental, community development, and climate justice organization working in under-resourced BIPOC communities to transform underutilized land into green spaces. White is also an alum on Vital Voices VV Visionaries program in partnership with Estee Lauder. Hosted by Alyse Nelson, cofounder, president & CEO of Vital Voices.

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