Sam Olando

In this conversation, Sam Olando, a Luo man from Kenya and executive director of Pamoja Trust, discusses the struggles faced by Indigenous people, including displacement from ancestral lands due to corporate and governmental actions. He shares insights on the significance of Indigenous values like reciprocity and community, emphasizing their importance in empowerment and sustainability. Sam also explores the shift towards integrating traditional justice systems in addressing grievances and the role of youth in advocating for essential resources and community resilience.