2017

Research and advocacy on: indigenous languages, concepts and values on sustainability

06 Grant Cycle, 2017, Asia, Language revitalization / Por

SILDAP Inc. Background and objective There is a crucial need to conduct research and documentation on the vitality and practice of indigenous languages, concepts, and values of collectivity, reciprocity, cooperation, solidarity, among others that relate to sustainability and how these are transmitted to the next generations. Indigenous languages are part of indigenous peoples’ knowledge systems …

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Indigenous knowledge in traditional handicrafts of indigenous women in Thailand

06 Grant Cycle, 2017, Asia, Economic recovery / Por

Indigenous Women’s Network of Thailand (IWNT) Background and objective Although indigenous peoples cultures and ways of life are promoted by the Thai government for tourism purposes, indigenous peoples traditional knowledge has never been truly recognized and valued. Likewise, young indigenous children and youth are all encouraged to go to Thai school, learn the Thai language …

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Weaving innovation in Guatemala: Sharing and exchange of traditional cultural practices of Ixil women

06 Grant Cycle, 2017, Latino America, Participation and leadership of indigenous women and youth in local organizations / Por

ASODEEMI- Asociación de Mujeres Emprendedoras del área Ixil No´j Background and objective The Ixil are a Maya indigenous peoples living in the Quiché region of Guatemala, particularly in the Nebaj, Chajul and Cotzal municipalities. In the early eighties, during the Guatemalan civil war, the Ixil Community was one of the main targets of a genocide …

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Phase II: Nurturing culturally grounded and socially empowered Samburu women and girls in Northern Kenya

06 Grant Cycle, 2017, Africa, Participation and leadership of indigenous women and youth in local organizations / Por

Samburu Women Trust Background and objective The project falls under Samburu Women’s Trust Strategic Objective 2: Promote the culture and indigenous knowledge of pastoralist communities. The continuity of this project will strengthen pastoralist communities facing the serious threat of a gradual loss of their culture. As pastoralist communities continue to embrace formal education and modernization, …

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Customary land use of Saami in Deatnu water basin in Finland

05 Grant Cycle, 2017, Arctic, Territorial management and natural resources / Por

Veahčaknjárga Fishing Cooperative Background and objective Salmon fishing in Deatnu has been regulated through bilateral agreements since 1873. In November 2011, Finland and Norway started renegotiating the Deatnu (Tana/Teno) Agreement and approved a new one in early 2017, despite public protests against it from Saami and local people from both sides of the river. There …

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Cafe Melanesia: our lands, our foods, our future

05 Grant Cycle, 2017, Indigenous food systems, Pacific / Por

Save PNG Inc. Background and objective The Life Melanesian project led by Save PNG Inc., works to increase community health, food sovereignty and agro-biodiversity by increasing climate resiliency amongst Melanesians throughout the Pacific. In collaboration with our Slow Food Melanesia network and regional partners, Save PNG will produce an educational kit complete with audio-video materials, …

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Revitalizing, value-adding and applying boran waso traditional healing in northern Kenya

05 Grant Cycle, 2017, Africa, Health & Wellness / Por

FAIYA Cultural Women Group Background and objective Traditional medicine is the total sum of indigenous knowledge based on theories, beliefs, and experiences used in the maintenance of health. In northern Kenya, however, the practice is facing many challenges, including a lack of official recognition and support to traditional healers, erosion of traditional knowledge, diminished opportunity …

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Call of Time (Oydin nekeltezi)

05 Grant Cycle, 2017, Russia, Territorial management and natural resources / Por

Alyp Initiative Group Background and objective In 1998, the Tengri School of Spiritual Ecology established the Uch-Enmek Karakol Ethno-Nature Park to preserve, protect, and develop the natural and cultural space of the sacred valley. The establishment of the park was a necessary step, given that Russian law has no other category of land use that …

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Strengthening indigenous institutions for leadership and self-determination

05 Grant Cycle, 2017, Asia, Territorial management and natural resources / Por

Cordillera Elders Alliance (CEA) Background and objective Traditional elders are dynamic leaders of the indigenous peoples of the Cordillera region who sustain indigenous institutions, protect cultural heritage and promote the sustainable use and management of resources. They are good practice models in all aspects of socio-economic and cultural life of their tribes — symbols and …

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Workshop on “Follow up on Review Process of Chin Customary Law (Chin Acts)

05 Grant Cycle, 2017, Asia, Territorial management and natural resources / Por

Chin Human Rights Organization Background and objective In line with the recognition and promotion of Chin traditional customs and culture, the Chin Act was enacted based on the Chin Hills Regulation (1896) along with the independence of Burma in 1948. This Act covers inheritance rule and environmental conservation related guidelines such as rivers, streams, wildlife …

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