Holding the Fire: Indigenous Voices on the Great Unraveling The End of the World with Dilafruz Khonikboyeva
Dec 19, 2023
Dilafruz Khonikboyeva, an Indigenous Pamiri from Tajikistan and a transformational conflict expert, shares her insights on resilience and identity amidst crises. She emphasizes the symbiotic relationship Indigenous peoples have with Earth, advocating for core values during collapse. The conversation delves into the importance of community support and conflict resolution as opportunities for growth. Dilafruz also discusses the Home Planet Fund, aimed at empowering Indigenous communities through sustainable solutions, blending traditional knowledge with modern practices.
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Pamiri Upbringing in Tajikistan
- Dilafruz grew up in Khorog, capital of Badakhshan, fully immersed in the Pamiri indigenous culture with family and language intact.
- Despite Soviet influence, geographic isolation preserved their unique worldview and traditions rooted in nature and community.
Community Support Amid Displacement
- During civil war, Dilafruz's family escaped, supported by community prayer and presence.
- Extended Pamiri family connections in Moscow and Washington, D.C. sustained them through displacement.
Transforming Conflict Perspectives
- Conflict is a perceived divergence of interest, not necessarily actual opposition, making it a neutral, inevitable part of life.
- Painful stalemates force parties to the table, opening opportunities for transformational change and better outcomes.