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Rising temperatures aren’t just affecting the landscapes—it’s hurting the culture, sovereignty, health, economies, and lifeways of Indigenous peoples around the world. In order to protect our planet, the fight against climate change must be centered around Indigenous wisdom and traditional knowledge 🌱⁠ #IndigenousWisdom #Conservation #NativeHeritage #Indigenous #Native #ClimateChange #NativePhilanthropy #GlobalWarming #SaveThePlanet #ClimateAction #ThereIsNoPlanetB

The ubiquity of plastic in the modern economy has created a global crisis that harms the environment and people’s health, especially in low-income communities and communities of color. A recent California law presents an opportunity to address the inequities of plastics-related harms. The UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation just released a report identifying where plastic exposure risk is most acute, giving agencies a tool to effectively target mitigation funds where they are needed most. Resources Legacy Fund is proud to have funded and supported this research. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gH_98ese

The time is now for an enviro stewardship fee in Hawai‘i! https://lnkd.in/gy9WATbE

Today, we’re honored to join leaders from across Indian Country at the 2024 White House Tribal Nations Summit in Washington D.C. This historic gathering brings together the largest assembly of Tribal leaders under one roof, providing an unparalleled opportunity to strengthen nation-to-nation relationships and foster collaboration among Tribal Nations. As the Biden Administration’s final summit, this year’s event is an opportunity to reflect on the progress made in partnership with Tribal Nations over the past four years and to look ahead at what’s still to come. We are proud to stand alongside our dedicated funding partners at the summit, all of whom share our commitment to Indigenizing philanthropy and ensuring Native voices and leadership are at the forefront of the conversations that will lead to a more just and equitable future. #WhiteHouseTribalNationsSummit #Philanthropy #NativePhilanthropy #TribalSovereignty #IndigenousLeadership @The White House

Land Back is not merely a campaign slogan or social justice hashtag; it is a powerful movement that is actively returning millions of acres back into Native hands—the reversal of manifest destiny. Journalist Kalen Goodluck (Diné, Mandan, Hidatsa, and Tsimshian), author of the article, “How the Land Back Movement Is Unraveling Manifest Destiny”, goes into great detail about recent wins, the long and painful history of Native land theft, the hurdles preventing our communities from acquiring land, the cultural significance of reclaiming stolen land, and the spirit of the phrase itself. “Thanks to the Land Back movement, though, Indigenous peoples are weaving their own destiny. Lands once torn at the seams are being mended by the Tribes via a patchwork of efforts. Manifest Destiny is unraveling as a vision of Indian justice unfolds.” —Kalen Goodluck Read the full article to learn more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eXeca6-c #NAHM #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #LandBack #ManifestDestiny #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #Native #WeAreIndigenous

Historic agreement between First Nations and Canadian government on Indigenous led conservation.

Great news from Canada! https://lnkd.in/gWm9re7e

Let’s talk about sovereignty…TRIBAL sovereignty. 🪶 Sovereignty means the right and power of a group or community to make its own decisions without outside control. This includes making laws, managing resources, and handling internal matters. For Tribal Nations, sovereignty is the right to govern ourselves, protect our cultures, and manage our lands, as recognized in treaties and laws. It is essential for preserving Native identity and independence. This #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, let’s commit ourselves to acknowledging, protecting, and demanding Tribal sovereignty for all Indigenous communities across Indian Country. #NAHM #NativeAmerican #Sovereignty #TribalSovereignty #TribalNations #IndianCountry #Indigenous #Native #IndigenousHeritage #NativeHeritage #WeAreIndigenous

Well-deserved recognition! https://lnkd.in/g_84DKTJ

It's a difficult day for those of us who care about protecting our environment and communities, with national election results giving ample reason for concern. Nevertheless, we are pleased to report the near-certain passage of Proposition 4, a historically large measure to fund climate and natural resources in California. As of this posting, Prop 4 is leading at 57.9%. This effort would not have been possible without our funders, partners, and supporters. Thank you all! California will continue to lead the way on environmental issues no matter what national leadership looks like. We have sent a powerful message by passing this measure: that voters are willing to invest to reduce climate risks now, rather than pay more when natural disasters strike later. Prop 4 is a $10 billion dollar bond measure that will prepare Californians for the impacts of climate change by funding the protection of safe drinking water, increasing wildfire resilience, investing in clean energy including offshore wind, and so much more for nature and people in the state. This bond gives special attention to communities most affected by the impacts of climate change by requiring that 40% of the funds provide meaningful and direct benefits to vulnerable populations. The passage of this bond measure was only possible with the efforts of a large, committed, and diverse coalition--including hundreds of organizations from across California. The bond was years in the making, and RLF has played a critical role from the start, including helping build a diverse coalition of supporters, raising over $1 million, and chairing the campaign. Again, we give our thanks to the donors who contributed, partners who did incredible work, and to all who played a part in this monumental accomplishment. We look forward to working with you over the coming months and years to continue to make durable, transformative impact for climate, land and water conservation, and communities.