On April 21, 2026, WECAN hosted "Indigenous Women Resisting Extraction and Building a Just Transition" during the 25th UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (#UNPFII). Speakers shared updates on

On April 21, 2026, WECAN hosted "Indigenous Women Resisting Extraction and Building a Just Transition" during the 25th UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (#UNPFII). Speakers shared updates on campaigns defending Indigenous territories from extraction, discussed the impacts of colonization, fossil fuels, mining, and climate disruption. They also showcased community projects for Just Transition and climate resilience, offering strategies grounded in rights, traditional knowledge, and sovereignty.

Our gratitude goes to the extraordinary Indigenous women leaders and advocates from Cameroon, Ecuador, Peru, and Turtle Island/USA. Their powerful voices highlighted critical issues and solutions.

For more details on WECAN’s advocacy and highlights from the UNPFII session, please visit our blog: tinyurl.com/WECAN-UNPFII2026-blog

Patagonia Films’ *Daughter of the Sea* follows Jaeyoun Kim, who returns to her South Korean island home to join the haenyeo, Jeju Island's famed "women of the sea." After struggling with mental

Patagonia Films’ *Daughter of the Sea* follows Jaeyoun Kim, who returns to her South Korean island home to join the haenyeo, Jeju Island's famed "women of the sea." After struggling with mental health in Seoul, Jaeyoun finds healing by following in her mother and grandmother's footsteps. These free divers, some in their 80s, have gathered seafood for centuries, and Jaeyoun's journey into their tradition ultimately saves her.

This film discusses depression and suicide; please watch conscientiously and seek support if needed. Learn more about Patagonia's mission to address life under threat and connect with us: Subscribe, visit our Official site, explore Patagonia Stories, or find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn.

Global women and feminist leaders are calling for urgent climate justice and action for future generations. WECAN marks International Women's Day by releasing a video showcasing women and

Global women and feminist leaders are calling for urgent climate justice and action for future generations. WECAN marks International Women's Day by releasing a video showcasing women and gender-diverse leaders' solutions.

Amidst escalating climate crisis and social inequities, these leaders demand bold systems change and transformational leadership. They champion solutions for food sovereignty, Indigenous rights, and a Just Transition, challenging governments and corporations to end extractive practices and declare a climate emergency. Their fight for Mother Earth is unwavering.

West Virginian Leann Brown, proud grandmother to her new grandson Jack, is advocating for climate action.

She urges Senator Manchin to take bold steps on climate change, emphasizing the

West Virginian Leann Brown, proud grandmother to her new grandson Jack, is advocating for climate action.

She urges Senator Manchin to take bold steps on climate change, emphasizing the future of our children and grandchildren.

On January 11, 2021, the "Setting the Foundation for Good Relations in Our Homeland" webinar convened nearly 500 Canadian health leaders. Following Indigenous protocols, Dakota Grandmother

On January 11, 2021, the "Setting the Foundation for Good Relations in Our Homeland" webinar convened nearly 500 Canadian health leaders. Following Indigenous protocols, Dakota Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud offered a blessing, with introductions by Dr. Sabina Ijaz and Dr. Valerie Gideon. Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, led by the National Turtle Lodge Council, shared perspectives on addressing racism in healthcare.

Access all presentation recordings here and a transcript here. The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, founded on the 7 Sacred Laws, promotes ancestral knowledge and Earth reconnection. Learn more at www.turtlelodge.org or follow them on social media.

Dakota Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud emphasizes spiritual well-being, rooted in Earth connection, as the foundation for good relationships. This wisdom underpinned the January 11, 2021 webinar,

Dakota Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud emphasizes spiritual well-being, rooted in Earth connection, as the foundation for good relationships. This wisdom underpinned the January 11, 2021 webinar, "Setting the Foundation for Good Relations in Our Homeland." Nearly 500 Canadian health leaders convened virtually to hear Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, led by the National Turtle Lodge Council, address racism in healthcare.

Access presentation recordings here and the transcript here. The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness fosters reconnection to Earth and ancestral knowledge. Learn more at www.turtlelodge.org or follow us on social media: @turtlelodge (FB/Twitter), @theturtlelodge (Instagram).

The National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders and Knowledge Keepers extends heartfelt condolences to the Muslim community for the tragic loss of a family of four, leaving a nine-year-old boy without

The National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders and Knowledge Keepers extends heartfelt condolences to the Muslim community for the tragic loss of a family of four, leaving a nine-year-old boy without immediate family. We stand in solidarity in your grief.

The Turtle Lodge shares a long-standing relationship with the Muslim community, built on mutual respect and common values of honoring the Creator and Mother Earth. We are moved by your community's statements reflecting compassion, peace, and love, inspiring humanity towards a future of peace.

We must never lose faith in peace, continuing to carry the torch of love, compassion, and forgiveness. From our sacred lodges, we offer love and prayers for the healing of all communities and Peoples, striving to fulfill the Creator's will of love and peace.

“A Conversation Across Ways of Knowing & Relating to Land” features Anishinaabe Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Dakota Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, the Honourable Harry Slade and Carolyn

“A Conversation Across Ways of Knowing & Relating to Land” features Anishinaabe Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Dakota Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, the Honourable Harry Slade and Carolyn Bennett, and Dr. Fikret Berkes. Moderated by Dr. Nancy Turner, the discussion explores relationships to land and diverse ways of knowing among Peoples.

Reconciling Ways of Knowing (RWoK) Conveners Miles Richardson and Dr. David Suzuki further connect this dialogue to RWoK's ongoing series.

This video is Part 2/2 of the dialogue, which originally aired on March 4, 2021. Watch Part 1: https://youtu.be/6oY05Ei6hAc

On November 12, 2020, the Reconciling Ways of Knowing Forum, with the Victoria Forum, hosted "Millennia of Experience: Drawing on Indigenous Knowledge in Responding to COVID-19." This dialogue

On November 12, 2020, the Reconciling Ways of Knowing Forum, with the Victoria Forum, hosted "Millennia of Experience: Drawing on Indigenous Knowledge in Responding to COVID-19." This dialogue explored how Indigenous knowledge and science can improve public health outcomes. First Nations communities notably experienced significantly lower COVID-19 infection (1/4) and mortality (1/5) rates.

Speakers discussed how Indigenous Peoples leveraged millennia of experience from past pandemics, using sovereignty and traditional medicines to protect communities and foster resilience. The session highlighted how Indigenous approaches mitigated negative health outcomes despite systemic challenges and marginalization, offering lessons for collaboration.

For more information, visit https://www.waysofknowingforum.ca/dialogue-5 and https://www.waysofknowingforum.ca.