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Indigenous Activism
The Rights of Nature: Indigenous Philosophies Reframing Law
In Ecuador, Bolivia and New Zealand, indigenous activism has helped spur the creation of a novel legal phenomenon — the idea that nature itself can have rights.
Utah’s New National Monument Marks Big Win for the Protection of Indigenous Cultural Sites
By protecting an area rich in indigenous cultural history, Obama has shown that some things are worth more than money.
Lockdown at Trans-Pecos Pipeline Site in West Texas Consecrates New Indigenous-Led Resistance Camp
An Indigenous Water Protector was among those arrested at a Trans-Pecos Pipeline work site near Marfa, Texas.
Michigan Mine Gains Two State Permits, Tribe Vows to Continue Fight
The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality this week approved a general mining permit on sacred ground.
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Even Leonard Peltier’s Prosecutor Calls for Clemency
The former prosecutor of Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier joins thousands calling for clemency saying it is “in the best interests of justice.”
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Ten Indigenous and Environmental Struggles — and How You Can Help in 2017
We hope the energy and love we have received in our struggle can be extended to other indigenous communities.
Twenty Photos: My Seven Months Living at Standing Rock
The life that we have built here has taught many how to live a large-scale sustainable, decolonized, anti-capitalist lifestyle.
Seven Things the Defund DAPL Campaign Has Achieved So Far
Public and consumer pressure on banks to quit financing the Dakota Access pipeline companies is producing results.
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Six Solutions That Support Native Sovereignty — From Tribal Schooling to Bison Herds
Florida's Miccosukee is the first tribe allowed to run its own school, where students fully participate in family and cultural activities.
How Northwest Tribes Joined Forces to Beat Fossil Fuel Initiatives
Their victories have been inspiring to members of the Standing Rock Sioux in the fight against the Dakota Access pipeline.