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Serpentine Podcast

Back to Earth: Standing with the Forest

Aug 7, 2020
Kerexu Yxapyry, the Coordinator of the Urupa Guarani Commission, along with Maria Thereza Alves, an artist documenting Indigenous agroforestry, and Jerome Lewis, an anthropologist focused on Congo Basin communities, share powerful insights. They discuss the deep connections between Indigenous rights and environmental justice. The importance of biodiversity and sustainable practices is emphasized, urging listeners to support Indigenous campaigns. Their collective experiences highlight the urgent need for allyship in addressing ecological and cultural challenges.
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Quick takeaways

  • Indigenous peoples' traditional ecological knowledge is vital for promoting sustainable living and combating climate change, highlighting interconnectedness with all life forms.
  • Grassroots movements like 'Hands Off the Amazon' emphasize the importance of advocacy for Indigenous rights and ecological justice in addressing environmental degradation.

Deep dives

Human Connection to the Environment

Humans have a deep and intrinsic connection to the world around them, which extends beyond their immediate understanding of nature. Recognizing the entanglements with non-human entities highlights the importance of ecological awareness and the impacts of human actions on ecosystems. Acknowledging these interconnections allows for a more comprehensive understanding of environmental crises as human political struggles, where community relationships and cultural practices play pivotal roles. This interconnectedness is emphasized by initiatives like Flourishing Diversity, which work to amplify diverse voices and promote collaboration across various cultural and biological landscapes.

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