CI’s Luana Luna reflects on a recent visit to an indigenous village in Xingu National Park.
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Jared Diamond Explores What We Can Learn from Traditional Societies
In his new book, the author and CI board member compares aspects of traditional cultures with the modern world.
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6 Signs of Progress at UN Biodiversity Conference
At recent U.N. meetings, some of the most important conversations may have taken place outside the official negotiations.
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Bolivian Ecolodges Lead the Way for Sustainable Tourism
On World Tourism Day, we bring you an inspiring story of opportunity for indigenous Bolivians.
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CI at 25: Honoring the Role of Indigenous Peoples in Conservation
For 25 years, we’ve recognized nature’s role in supporting the rights, values and livelihoods of indigenous peoples.
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Fighting Drought With Traditional Knowledge in Peru
Facing climate change, indigenous communities are reviving farming practices used by their Incan ancestors.
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Protecting Fiji’s Waters: Q&A With a Conservation Leader
A local conservationist reflects on what has inspired her career — and the challenges she faces in her work.
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Language Diversity is Highest in Biodiversity Hotspots
The world’s most species-rich places are also home to 70% of languages.
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Indigenous Fellowship Promotes Sharing of Traditional Knowledge
Knowledge passed down through many generations offers valuable insights for climate change adaptation.
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How Species Surveys Help People
Our Rapid Assessment Program does more than discover species; it also provides valuable scientific data for local communities.