The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference, hosted by the Indigenous Journalists Association, convened in Oklahoma City from July 25-27. This global event united Indigenous journalists and experts to

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference, hosted by the Indigenous Journalists Association, convened in Oklahoma City from July 25-27. This global event united Indigenous journalists and experts to address critical challenges and celebrate the impactful contributions of Indigenous media professionals.

Cultural Survival attended this significant gathering, interviewing Ku'uwehi Hiraishi, a distinguished reporter for Hawai'i Public Radio. Hiraishi shared her insights and experiences reporting on Indigenous communities and their advocacy for rights.

Interviewee: Ku'uwehi Hiraishi, Hawai'i Public Radio. Producer: Dev Kumar Sunuwar. Music: "Remember Your Children" by Salidummay, and "Burn your village to the ground" by The Halluci Nation (used with permission).

Kim Shukla, Executive Director of the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance, was interviewed by Edgar Winters of the Oregon Agriculture & Food Rural

Kim Shukla, Executive Director of the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance, was interviewed by Edgar Winters of the Oregon Agriculture & Food Rural Consortium (OAFRC) and COO of Natural Good Medicines. Winters sought to learn from Canada's advanced industrial hemp industry as Oregon develops its own market, recognizing hemp's crucial role in rural economic development.

The interview took place at the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance (CHTA) National Hemp Convention, "Hemp 2014: Paving the Way," held November 16-19, 2014, in Delta Winnipeg. Barry Heidt filmed the session.

Eirik Lindebjerg, WWF Global Plastics Policy Manager, discusses the urgent need for a legally-binding UN treaty to reduce plastic pollution and hold businesses accountable. He also connects the

Eirik Lindebjerg, WWF Global Plastics Policy Manager, discusses the urgent need for a legally-binding UN treaty to reduce plastic pollution and hold businesses accountable. He also connects the circular economy to the UN's climate change vision.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, champions the circular economy – a system designed to eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials, and regenerate nature.

For more insights, subscribe to The Ellen MacArthur Foundation on [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQAC2otE5_agzHZPnk3mE5w?sub_confirmation=1). Explore their work at [ellenmacarthurfoundation.org](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org) and follow them on [Instagram](http://instagram.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/ellenmacarthurfoundation), [Twitter](http://www.twitter.com/circulareconomy), and [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellen-macarthur-foundation/).

Father Charles Moore (1927-2007) was a spiritual teacher, historian, and

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.

On February 7, 2021, David Courchene III hosted Session 2 via Zoom, featuring the Red Shadow Singers and Knowledge Keepers Mary and Robert Maytwayashing, and singer Cody Courchene. The session

On February 7, 2021, David Courchene III hosted Session 2 via Zoom, featuring the Red Shadow Singers and Knowledge Keepers Mary and Robert Maytwayashing, and singer Cody Courchene. The session focused on translating ceremonial songs.

Mary Maytwayashing shared the Ojibwe translation and significance of the Nibi Water Song, received in a dream. Cody Courchene presented the Turtle, Black Bear, and Calling In Songs, which were translated by Robert Maytwayashing.

Produced by David Courchene III and Pic River Development Corp (PRDC), this session built upon previous work. You can watch Red Shadow Singers Traditional Drum Songs: Learn the Meaning Behind the Songs (Session 1) here.

In this TEDx University of Nevada talk, published February 3, 2015, technology industry veteran and healthcare entrepreneur Hugh Hempel discusses his personal journey.

He shares a moving

In this TEDx University of Nevada talk, published February 3, 2015, technology industry veteran and healthcare entrepreneur Hugh Hempel discusses his personal journey.

He shares a moving account of how medicinal cannabis profoundly enriched the lives of his ailing 11-year-old daughters, prompting him to change his perspective on medical marijuana.

Hempel's presentation, drawing on his extensive career and new advocacy, aims to challenge and reshape viewers' conventional views on the topic.

Gro Harlem Brundtland and Jim MacNeil, leaders of the Brundtland Commission, conducted extensive public hearings worldwide. Their work culminated in "Our Common Future" (1987), a landmark report

Gro Harlem Brundtland and Jim MacNeil, leaders of the Brundtland Commission, conducted extensive public hearings worldwide. Their work culminated in "Our Common Future" (1987), a landmark report that fostered global consensus by overcoming ideological barriers.

Madame Brundtland's book, related to this work, can be ordered from Amazon or purchased at local bookstores.

Giga aims to connect every school globally to the internet by 2030, beginning with mapping locations. On March 1, Giga Day marked the launch of its fully operational Technology Centre in

Giga aims to connect every school globally to the internet by 2030, beginning with mapping locations. On March 1, Giga Day marked the launch of its fully operational Technology Centre in Barcelona. Established after a year of preparation, the Centre received generous support from the Spanish, Catalan, and Barcelona governments.

The event drew 120 public and private sector supporters, featuring speeches, panels, and demonstrations of innovative digital solutions for educational and social challenges. The Giga Technology Centre serves as a hub for developing open-source technology for school connectivity and a vital space for Catalonia's and Spain's tech ecosystem.

Steve Leonard, CEO of Singularity University (SU), has over 25 years of IT industry experience across Asia and Europe, and senior government roles in Singapore, implementing national innovation

Steve Leonard, CEO of Singularity University (SU), has over 25 years of IT industry experience across Asia and Europe, and senior government roles in Singapore, implementing national innovation programs. SU, a Silicon Valley-based organization (SU.org), empowers leaders to understand future technologies and impact one billion people.

Before SU, Leonard founded SGInnovate, a Singapore government-owned company, launching over 90 deep-tech startups with $50M invested and engaging 35,000 people. He previously led Singapore's Infocomm Development Authority and spent two decades as a global tech executive. He also serves on the boards of Singapore Post and AsiaSat. This talk was given at a TEDx event.