Grandmother Flordemayo, a Maya Curandera Espiritu, addressed the Spotlight of Indigenous Peoples plenary at the 2015 Parliament of the World's Religions. This significant event occurred in Salt

Grandmother Flordemayo, a Maya Curandera Espiritu, addressed the Spotlight of Indigenous Peoples plenary at the 2015 Parliament of the World's Religions. This significant event occurred in Salt Lake City, Utah, on October 19th.

Also featured was Jean Fleury, who presented a timeless message from 1244, originally left for humanity.

Alice Maggio, an advocate for place-based currencies and local economies, uses an apple tree metaphor to describe the factors essential for a healthy, sustainable economy. Her work focuses on

Alice Maggio, an advocate for place-based currencies and local economies, uses an apple tree metaphor to describe the factors essential for a healthy, sustainable economy. Her work focuses on educating communities about the role of local financial tools in fostering vibrant, just, and sustainable economies.

From 2012-2017, Alice served as Director of Programs and Executive Director of BerkShares, the Berkshire region’s local currency, at the Schumacher Center for a New Economics. She has been interviewed by PBS NewsHour and the History Channel, and represented her work at international conferences.

A graduate of Wesleyan University, Alice is currently pursuing her Master's at Tufts. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Global youth employment is a critical issue, with un.org reporting 75 million young people unemployed in 2021 and 600 million new jobs needed over 15 years. World

Global youth employment is a critical issue, with un.org reporting 75 million young people unemployed in 2021 and 600 million new jobs needed over 15 years. World Youth Skills Day is observed on July 15th. In this podcast, we hear from Alice Tipap, a Maasai woman from Tanzania, who discusses youth in her region.

Indigenous youth, if supported, are invaluable assets, driving idealism, creativity, and entrepreneurship. They possess the power to transform their communities and contribute to a better world. Alice shares the challenges faced by young people in her community.

This episode features Alice Tipap (Maasai). Music includes "Whispers" by Ziibiwan and "Burn your village to the ground" by The Halluci Nation, used with permission.

Grandmother Florence Paynter, a respected Anishinaabe elder and co-author of "Wahbanung - The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival," highlights the vital importance of

Grandmother Florence Paynter, a respected Anishinaabe elder and co-author of "Wahbanung - The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival," highlights the vital importance of ceremonies and the role of the Ogimaakwe (life-givers).

AVAILABLE NOW: Purchase the "Summary of Wahbanung - The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival" at http://www.turtlelodge.org/wahbanung/.

The Turtle Lodge presents a special Winter Solstice event: "Lighting the Sacred Fire."

This presentation highlights Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Jane

The Turtle Lodge presents a special Winter Solstice event: "Lighting the Sacred Fire."

This presentation highlights Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Jane Meader, Hereditary Chief Stephen Augustine, and Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud. It also features entertainers Buffy Sainte-Marie & Serena Ryder, with music by Melissa Etheridge & Archie Roach.

Grandmother Margaret Behan (Cheyenne), also known as "Global Grandmother," is a prominent spokesperson for Mother Earth's rights and nature preservation. Since co-founding the International

Grandmother Margaret Behan (Cheyenne), also known as "Global Grandmother," is a prominent spokesperson for Mother Earth's rights and nature preservation. Since co-founding the International Council for Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers in 2004, she has advocated for safeguarding the environment for future generations.

Behan will share her personal journey through addiction and recovery, including her spiritual awakening after achieving sobriety. She is scheduled to speak at the SEED Institute's "Wisdom from the Origins" conference in Albuquerque on September 14, 2012.

The Turtle Lodge presents a special Winter Solstice event: "Lighting the Sacred Fire."

This presentation highlights Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers: Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother

The Turtle Lodge presents a special Winter Solstice event: "Lighting the Sacred Fire."

This presentation highlights Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers: Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Jane Meader, Hereditary Chief Stephen Augustine, and Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud.

Enjoy performances by entertainers Buffy Sainte-Marie and Serena Ryder, with music from Melissa Etheridge and Archie Roach.

Grandmother Maria Alice Campos Freire, born in Brazil, endured war and persecution from a young age. At 17, she was imprisoned and tortured while pregnant. After becoming a political refugee in

Grandmother Maria Alice Campos Freire, born in Brazil, endured war and persecution from a young age. At 17, she was imprisoned and tortured while pregnant. After becoming a political refugee in Europe and Africa, she received amnesty to return to Brazil, where she led a spiritual community deep within the Amazon Rainforest. She shares insights into the Grandmothers and their vital mission.

Learn more about the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers here. A documentary featuring her teachings is available on DVD from the Earth & Spirit Council's website.