On November 18, 2016, Anishinabe Elder Dave Courchene hosted a gathering at the Turtle Lodge in Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba. The event focused on Indigenous perspectives regarding pipeline

On November 18, 2016, Anishinabe Elder Dave Courchene hosted a gathering at the Turtle Lodge in Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba. The event focused on Indigenous perspectives regarding pipeline development in the province.

Attendees represented a diverse cross-section, including federal and provincial government officials, energy companies, environmental organizations, legal professionals, and other Indigenous Elders and leaders.

Tuscarora elder Ted Williams, of the Wolf Clan, shares his knowledge on The Great Law of Peace, recognized as the world's oldest and longest-lived peace treaty.

A full documentary of this

Tuscarora elder Ted Williams, of the Wolf Clan, shares his knowledge on The Great Law of Peace, recognized as the world's oldest and longest-lived peace treaty.

A full documentary of this teaching is available for purchase on DVD. Visit the Earth & Spirit Council's Website for more information.

An interview and call to action features Tlingit elder Wanda Culp and forest activist Joshua Wright. They address the most significant logging threat to Southeast Alaska's old-growth forests this

An interview and call to action features Tlingit elder Wanda Culp and forest activist Joshua Wright. They address the most significant logging threat to Southeast Alaska's old-growth forests this century.

Learn more and take action by visiting: Urgent Threat to Alaska Rainforests

Elder Philip Paynter shares how Indigenous culture, ancestral traditions, and Traditional Naming Ceremonies foster a healthy, balanced life, aiding in addiction healing and spiritual identity. The

Elder Philip Paynter shares how Indigenous culture, ancestral traditions, and Traditional Naming Ceremonies foster a healthy, balanced life, aiding in addiction healing and spiritual identity. The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, partnering with Sagkeeng Mino Pimatiziwin Family Treatment Centre, provides these teachings and guidance for recovery.

Join us over the next few weeks for messages from the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders, exploring addiction's root causes and healing paths. View the series playlist here. The Turtle Lodge, founded on the 7 Sacred Laws, reconnects individuals to Earth and ancestral knowledge. Learn more at www.turtlelodge.org and follow us on social media.

The "Women for Climate Justice Leading Protection of Water" event, a formal side event of the UN Water Conference in New York City, addressed climate change impacts on global water. Grassroots

The "Women for Climate Justice Leading Protection of Water" event, a formal side event of the UN Water Conference in New York City, addressed climate change impacts on global water. Grassroots leaders, water protectors, and international policy experts shared solutions and strategies for protecting aquatic ecosystems within a climate justice framework.

WECAN submitted a commitment and released a Call to Action, urging governments to improve water protection through a rights-based approach and by ensuring women's leadership. Read the Call to Action here. Additional event links and resources are available here.

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.

Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini emphasizes the importance of identity, history, and ancestral teachings, including the Anishinaabe Seven Sacred Laws and the healing power of land and rites of

Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini emphasizes the importance of identity, history, and ancestral teachings, including the Anishinaabe Seven Sacred Laws and the healing power of land and rites of passage.

The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, founded on these sacred laws, has partnered with Sagkeeng Mino Pimatiziwin Family Treatment Centre. Together, they share teachings and guidance for healing from addictions. Upcoming messages from the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders will delve into addiction's root causes and pathways to a balanced life.

Explore more at www.turtlelodge.org. View the series playlist here. Follow us on social media: Facebook (@turtlelodge), Twitter (@turtlelodge), Instagram (@theturtlelodge).

Elder Harry Bone shares teachings on healing addictions by connecting to land, spirit, and identity, including the Pipe Ceremony. The Turtle Lodge Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness,

Elder Harry Bone shares teachings on healing addictions by connecting to land, spirit, and identity, including the Pipe Ceremony. The Turtle Lodge Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, partnering with Sagkeeng Mino Pimatiziwin Family Treatment Centre, offers guidance. Join us over the coming weeks for messages from the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders and Knowledge Keepers, exploring addiction's root causes and pathways to a balanced, healthy life.

View the series playlist here. Learn more about Turtle Lodge, founded on the 7 Sacred Laws, at www.turtlelodge.org. Follow us on social media: Facebook (@turtlelodge), Twitter (@turtlelodge), and Instagram (@theturtlelodge).

Elder Darrell Bob shares a path to overcoming addiction by connecting to the land, reclaiming spiritual identity, and embracing ancestral ways. He stresses accepting past mistakes to heal, move

Elder Darrell Bob shares a path to overcoming addiction by connecting to the land, reclaiming spiritual identity, and embracing ancestral ways. He stresses accepting past mistakes to heal, move forward, and support families.

The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, partnered with Sagkeeng Mino Pimatiziwin, provides guidance on addiction healing. Over the coming weeks, a series will feature Elders discussing root causes and fostering balanced, healthy lives.

View the series playlist here. Turtle Lodge promotes reconnecting with Earth and ancestral knowledge, founded on the 7 Sacred Laws. Learn more at www.turtlelodge.org and follow us on social media (e.g., @turtlelodge).