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The Decolonization of Curriculum for a Sustainable Future with Katheryn Lancaster

Are you questioning if your coursework perpetuates dominant narratives, lacks diverse voices, or feels outdated? Many educators face challenges like static materials, student criticism, and integrating new perspectives such as sustainability.

This webinar, led by an educator who rethought their own curriculum, offers strategies to critically examine and expand your course material. Learn how to move beyond traditional viewpoints, incorporate inclusive perspectives, and brainstorm resources to diversify your teaching. The AASHE webinar originally took place on June 6, 2018. More information is available here.

One year time lapse of CO2 surface concentration on Earth 2016

This animation displays a one-year time-lapse of CO2 surface concentration, covering January 1, 2016, to January 1, 2017.

The data originates from NASA's GEOS-5 numerical weather model (https://gmao.gsfc.nasa.gov/GEOS/). Light colors in the visualization signify higher CO2 levels, while dark colors represent lower concentrations.

Surviving Disappearance, Re-Imagining & Humanizing Native Peoples: Matika Wilbur at TEDxSeattle

Matika Wilbur, a leading Pacific Northwest photographer and a member of the Swinomish and Tulalip Tribes, is renowned for her work re-imagining & humanizing Native peoples. Her extensive exhibitions include venues like the Seattle Art Museum and the Royal British Columbia Museum of Fine Arts. She is also a certified teacher at Tulalip Heritage High School, inspiring youth in her indigenous community.

Wilbur's multi-year national photography project, Project 562, is dedicated to photographing over 562 federally recognized tribes across the United States. Through impeccable silver gelatin artistry, she explores contemporary Native identity and experience, offering insight and passion as a unique artist and social documentarian in Indian Country.

Our Cultures Our Rights

Cultural Survival has championed Indigenous Peoples' rights since 1972.

The organization supports Indigenous communities' self-determination, cultural preservation, and political resilience.

Indigenous Women Defending Human Rights (Panel)

On April 19, 2018, the UNPFII17 held a press conference titled "Indigenous women defending human rights."

Speakers included Ms. Anne Nuorgam, an expert member of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues; Rani Yan Yan, Advisor to the Chakma Circle, Bangladesh; and Ms. Milka Chepkorir Kuto, a human rights activist from Sengwer, Kenya.

In 2004, the Gabriel Dumont Institute brought together Metis Elders from across Saskatchewan to h

In 2004, the Gabriel Dumont Institute gathered Métis Elders from across Saskatchewan. Maria Campbell interviewed Jeanne Pelletier and Clementine Longworth to document their stories and learn about their past.

Their narratives offer a rich tapestry of Métis life, covering experiences with education, transportation, the Michif language, Road Allowance living, employment, hunting, fishing, food, and celebrations. They also shared insights on cultural practices like dancing, fiddling, jigging, square dancing, clothing, medicine, midwifery, and significant historical events such as the 1885 Resistance and Louis Riel.

Explore more resources on Métis history and culture at the Métis Museum.

Grandmother's Little Butterfly

A mother imparts indigenous knowledge and culture to her young daughter.

This intergenerational transfer ensures the preservation of vital heritage.

An Open Conversation with Indigenous Peoples of Chile

Support the indigenous people of Chile. This video, streamed live on April 21, 2018, highlights their community and needs.

Your donation directly benefits the individuals featured, with 100% of funds going to them. To contribute, please visit http://www.GoldenDrum.org and use the donate button.

Indigenous peoples gather for annual forum at the United Nations

Published on April 17, 2018, the 17th UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues convened at United Nations Headquarters in New York from April 16-27, 2018.

Thousands of indigenous representatives from around the world gathered to address various issues concerning indigenous peoples' rights.

Learning from Indigenous Peoples: Randy Woodley and Graham Hill

Randy Woodley and Graham Hill discuss embracing ethnic diversity and learning from indigenous communities on The GlobalChurch Project. Woodley, a descendent of the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians, is a founding member of the North American Institute for Indigenous Theological Studies. Hill is the Founder and Director of The GlobalChurch Project.


Woodley and his wife Edith previously led a Native American gathering and developed a holistic service model, including a sustainable farm and Christian community. This initiative, which taught sustainability and eco-justice, was unfortunately disbanded due to violence. The GlobalChurch Project films Christian leaders and churches from diverse non-Western cultures, providing resources like curriculum, books, and training videos. A full 35-minute interview is available here.

The Declaration of Interdependence: A Pledge to Planet Earth by D.Suzuki and T. Cullis

The "Declaration of Interdependence: A Pledge to Planet Earth" was co-authored in 1992 by David Suzuki, Tara Cullis, Raffi Cavoukian, Wade Davis, Guujaw, and others.

As the founding document of the David Suzuki Foundation, it articulates the organization's core values. It presents a vision for planetary survival through a "new politics of hope," emphasizing connection and interdependence for the future of Earth.

Protecting the Source, Inspiring the Future: Pachamama Alliance

The Pachamama Alliance is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a just, thriving, and sustainable world for all. Its work originated in the Amazon rainforest, responding to a call from indigenous partners.

From these beginnings, the Alliance's message has spread globally, advocating for a better future.

Nibi Water Song - Turtle Lodge

The Turtle Lodge shares an original song for Nibi (the Water). This song was gifted to the Lodge by Zoongi Gabowi Ozawa Kinew Ikwe (Strong Standing Golden Eagle Woman) of the Anishnabe Nation, Crane Clan (Ojijak), who received it in a dream.

Intended for all to learn and share widely, this song was published on February 3, 2015.

Connect with the Turtle Lodge on Facebook.

American Indians Confront "Savage Anxieties"

Earlier this month, Congress passed a measure within the 2015 defense bill to transfer sacred American Indian lands in Arizona to a foreign company.

Bill Moyers interviewed Robert A. Williams Jr., a professor of American Indian law, who explained how such land deals continue a tragic history of dispossession for American Indians.

Published on December 26, 2014.

Blackstone Season 1 - "Gordon Tootoosis on Worshiping"

Cree actor Gordon Tootoosis shares his personal beliefs in this video.

Published on November 15, 2011, by Blackstone First Nation. For more information, visit blackstonetheseries.com/first-nation.

Mark Plotkin: What the people of the Amazon know that you don't

Ethnobotanist Mark Plotkin argues that the most endangered species in the Amazon are its isolated tribes. In his energetic TED Talk, he reveals their profound medicinal plant knowledge and the urgent need to protect this irreplaceable wisdom from ongoing threats.

TEDTalks presents daily video podcasts featuring leading thinkers and doers sharing insights on technology, entertainment, design, science, and global issues in 18 minutes or less. Multilingual captions and subtitles are available at ted.com/translate.

Today is the day we Decide by David Suzuki

David Suzuki is spearheading a major initiative to secure the right to a healthy environment in Canada. While over 110 nations worldwide recognize this fundamental right, Canada currently does not.

This campaign seeks to change that. Join the movement and help ensure all Canadians have the right to a healthy environment: http://www.bluedot.ca/join-us.

Living Outside Borders by Sherman Alexie

Born on a Native American reservation, Sherman Alexie is a celebrated author and comedian. For over two two decades, he has explored American cultural boundaries through his lauded poetry, novels, short stories, and screenplays.

In an interview with Bill Moyers, Alexie offers his irreverent perspective on contemporary American life. He delves into the complexities of living within two distinct cultures, especially when one holds significant dominance over the other.

Published April 12, 2013.

We need to talk about an injustice by Bryan Stevenson

Human rights lawyer Bryan Stevenson, founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, shares hard truths about America's justice system. His powerful talk, featuring personal anecdotes, exposes a massive racial imbalance: one-third of the country's Black male population has been incarcerated. He candidly explores these issues, which are deeply rooted in America's unexamined history.

For further insight, an excellent Prezi presentation is also available: Prezi Presentation. This talk was published on March 5, 2012.

Pursuit of the Sense of the Meaning of Life by Fr. Charlie Moore

Father Charles Moore (1927-2007) was a spiritual teacher, historian, and scholar. A Stanford Law graduate, he served as Santa Cruz County District Attorney in 1954. He later became a Roman Catholic priest in 1964, holding degrees in philosophy and theology from Catholic University.

Known as "Father Charlie," he studied many languages, including Native American. His teachings blended wisdom from Buddhist, Jewish, Hindu, Hawaiian, Celtic, and Native American spiritualities, and he particularly enjoyed working with the Esselen people of Monterey County.

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The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection

The inside story of the AI breakthrough that won a Nobel Prize.

The Thinking Game takes you on a journey into the heart of leading AI lab DeepMind, capturing a team striving to unravel the mysteries of intelligence and life itself.

Filmed over five years by the award-winning team behind AlphaGo, the documentary examines how DeepMind co-founder Demis Hassabis’s extraordinary beginnings shaped his lifelong pursuit of artificial general intelligence. It chronicles the rigorous process of scientific discovery, documenting how the team moved from mastering complex strategy games to solving the 50-year-old "protein folding problem" with AlphaFold - a breakthrough that would win a Nobel Prize.

Following its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival and a successful international tour, the film is now available here to watch for free.


Interested in hosting a screening of The Thinking Game for your classroom, community, or workplace? Visit: https://rocofilms.com/films/the-thinking-game/
Director Greg Kohs
Producer Gary Krieg
Executive Producers Tom Dore, Jonathan Fildes
Co-Producer Greg Kohs
Editor Steve Sander
Cinematographer Greg Kohs
Composer Dan Deacon


 

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The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection