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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 media as a means for inter-generational communication

06 Grant Cycle, Asia, Intergenerational transmission and leadership of indigenous women and youth, Language revitalization / Por

Background and objective When indigenous peoples establish and manage their own media, communities bridge an inter-generational communication gap, which further contributes to the struggle of their rights. This project aims to exercise Article 16 of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, which declares that indigenous peoples have the right to have …

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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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