James O'Dea is a Fellow and former President of the Institute of Noetic Sciences. His extensive experience includes directing the Washington office of

James O'Dea is a Fellow and former President of the Institute of Noetic Sciences. His extensive experience includes directing the Washington office of Amnesty International and serving as CEO of the Seva Foundation. O'Dea is also a member of The Evolutionary Leaders Group, founded by Deepak Chopra.

In his new book, Creative Stress, O'Dea explores the challenges of navigating personal and planetary upheaval.

Angaangaq Angakkorsuaq, an Eskimo-Kalaallit Elder from Kalaallit Nunaat, Greenland, hails from a family of traditional healers in the Far North. He recently visited Switzerland to deliver a vital

Angaangaq Angakkorsuaq, an Eskimo-Kalaallit Elder from Kalaallit Nunaat, Greenland, hails from a family of traditional healers in the Far North. He recently visited Switzerland to deliver a vital message.

During his visit, Angaangaq spoke about the urgent changes humanity must implement to ensure our continued existence on Earth. His powerful words underscored the necessity of immediate action.

Dr. Elizabeth K. Lindsey, a National Geographic Fellow, shares profound insights into ancestral wisdom and the vital importance of collective action. She emphasizes that a global awakening

Dr. Elizabeth K. Lindsey, a National Geographic Fellow, shares profound insights into ancestral wisdom and the vital importance of collective action. She emphasizes that a global awakening requires everyone's participation.

Interview by Barry Heidt; Edited by Rob Russo.

Barry Stevens and Nanci Wright co-founded El Puente - The Bridge in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. This program offers educational assistance, food, and microloans, primarily to indigenous

Barry Stevens and Nanci Wright co-founded El Puente - The Bridge in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. This program offers educational assistance, food, and microloans, primarily to indigenous communities.

El Puente's School Program supports children's educational expenses. The Food Program provides healthy meals and a gathering place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Their Microloan Program offers small loans, from $20 to $400, using proven methods that have combated poverty globally since 1987.

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Guujaaw (Haida) emphasizes the land's vital role in meeting his people's needs and advocates for an economy that supports their multi-generational focus.

This interview excerpt is part of a

Guujaaw (Haida) emphasizes the land's vital role in meeting his people's needs and advocates for an economy that supports their multi-generational focus.

This interview excerpt is part of a series exploring sustainability from indigenous leaders within the Salmon Nation bioregion.

For more information, visit the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project.