Two Indigenous scholars are leading a new UNESCO Chair to restore Indigenous knowledge, research governance, and language—advancing climate resilience, cultural sovereignty, and global recognition of Indigenous matriarchal leadership.
Indigenous Land
Historic Human Rights Ruling: Court Orders Ecuador to Protect Uncontacted Indigenous Peoples from Oil Industry Encroachment
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The Inter-American Court of Human Rights ruled that Ecuador violated the rights of uncontacted Indigenous peoples by permitting oil drilling in their territories. The ruling reinforces Indigenous sovereignty, mandates environmental protections, and sets a legal precedent for Indigenous rights.
Indigenous Land
Indigenous leaders describe “Just Transition” to a green economy
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Indigenous leaders are taking a prominent role in the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, advocating for a Just Transition that respects their rights and ecosystems, emphasizing the critical role of Indigenous knowledge in achieving sustainable, equitable, and inclusive climate solutions.
Africa
Pagan Community Notes: Week of December 26, 2024
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In this week’s Pagan Community Notes, congratulations to Cherry Hill Seminary graduates! A rising Black Moon is ahead just before the new solar year. And speaking of which, blessings of Janus! We look at some New Year’s Day traditions around the world. After all, in our opinion, nothing brings in the new year better than a little Witchcraft!
Indigenous Land
Spiritual leaders remain in “suicide homes” despite dangers
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In Bolivia’s highland city of El Alto, a row of vibrantly-colored cliff-side homes is the center of a stand-off between traditional healers and city officials, as experts warn that ongoing erosion has made the situation increasingly dire while residents refuse to abandon their residences.
Europe
Pagan Community Notes: Week of November 27, 2024
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In this week’s Pagan Community Notes, we explore a range of stories, including parks and places being renamed to their original Indigenous names, California removing Indigenous slurs from place names, Circle Sanctuary participating in Wreaths Across America, Animist Rune Hjarnø Rasmussen delivers a TED Talk, Nexion releases new music, and more news.