In Episode 5, co-host Lyla June Johnston (Diné/Tsétsêhéstâhese) speaks with Dr. Nelly Masayi (Luhya), an Indigenous woman from western Kenya, about the role of Indigenous knowledge in protecting biodiversity, addressing climate change, and sustaining communities. Stay tuned!
A’uwe Xavante leaders are demanding respect for their rights, territories, and Free, Prior and Informed Consent. Read the full story: https://insideclimatenews.org/news/15082026/brazil-railway-project-cuts-through-sacred-indigenous-sites/ #IndigenousRights #FPIC #JustTransition #Xavante
Through the #IndigenousCommunityMediaFund, supported by #CS, Radio Kivu FM has been working to strengthen the defense of communities’ territories against the impacts of mining. https://www.culturalsurvival.org/news/indigenous-communities-south-kivu-reclaim-land-rights-amid-mining-expansion
Luis Pacheco and Héctor Chaclán were prosecuted in connection with the nationwide protests in 2023, which defended Guatemala’s democratic process and the election results https://www.culturalsurvival.org/news/former-indigenous-authorities-48-cantones-totonicapan-released-guatemala-after-more-year
Join us for a powerful conversation on Indigenous systems of care and the ancestral knowledge shaping pathways to health and healing today and into the future Register here: tinyurl.com/healing992026 #CSQ
En este Día Internacional de los #PueblosIndígenas , alza tu voz por las comunidades y defensorxs Indígenas. Actúa hoy:https://www.culturalsurvival.org/es/news/7-acciones-para-realizar-en-el-dia-internacional-de-los-pueblos-indigenas-2026 #DíaDeLosPueblosIndígenas #DerechosIndígenas
On this International Day of the World’s #IndigenousPeoples, stand with Indigenous communities and struggles. Learn more and take action: https://www.culturalsurvival.org/news/7-actions-take-intl-day-worlds-indigenous-peoples-2026 #IndigenousPeoplesDay #IndigenousRights #IndigenousLed
Lyla June Johnston sits down with Tanaya Winder to talk about burnout, healing, and the power of "heartwork." Through storytelling and lived experience, Tanaya reminds us that healing is always possible https://www.culturalsurvival.org/mem
We're hiring! If you're passionate about mission-driven work and meet the qualifications, we'd love to hear from you. 📅 Applications close September 25, 2026. 🔗 Learn more about the position and application process (in English): https://culturalsurvival.bamboohr.com/careers/113
El Acuerdo de #Escazú es el único Tratado Regional vinculante que exige la protección de personas defensoras del medioambiente en América Latina y el Caribe. Inscríbete para poder votar a las y los Representantes del Público: bit.ly/4h6LFzW Plazo: 31 de julio
Support Indigenous peoples! Celebrate Indigenous brilliance! Join us at the Cultural Survival Bazaar 2026, a celebration of Indigenous arts and cultures from around the world. https://www.bazaar.culturalsurvival.org/ #Bazaar2026 #IndigenousArt #LivingCulture #SupportIndigenous #IndigenousArts
We’re thrilled to announce the release of Episode 4 In this episode, we sit down with Tanaya Winder, a truly multi-talented artist. https://nihizhi.buzzsprout.com/1869393/episodes/19531692-caring-for-self-caring-for-community-lessons-in-leadership-with-tanaya-winder?t=0
At #EMRIP2026, a solidarity action was held to demand the immediate release of Daria Egereva and Natalia Leonhardt, who have been detained since December 17, 2025, following their longstanding advocacy for Indigenous Peoples in Russia. #FreeDariaEgereva #FreeNataliaLeongardt
Les candidatures au Fonds pour les médias communautaires autochtones 2027 de #CulturalSurvival sont ouvertes! Jusqu'à 8 000 USD pour soutenir des initiatives dirigées par des Peuples Autochtones. 🔗 Candidatures: cs.org/fr/icmf2027 📅 Date limite: 9 août 2026
The 2027 Call for Applications for Cultural Survival's #IndigenousCommunityMediaFund is now open! Apply for up to USD $8,000 to strengthen Indigenous-led media initiatives. 📅 Deadline: August 9, 2026 🔗 Apply: cs.org/icmf2027 Know an organization that should apply? 👇 Tag them and share this post.
Ya está abierta la Convocatoria 2027 del Fondo para #MediosComunitariosIndígenas de #CulturalSurvival. Hasta USD $8,000 para apoyar iniciativas lideradas por Pueblos Indígenas. Convocatoria: cs.org/es/icmf2027 📅 Cierre: 9 de agosto de 2026 Comparte esta publicación.
Russia has replaced independent Indigenous voices with state-aligned representatives at international forums; this is what three recently published research reports have found #FreeDariaEgereva #FreeNataliaLeongardt Read more: https://www.arctictoday.com/who-speaks-for-russias-indigenous-peoples/
Who speaks for Russia's Indigenous peoples? - ArcticToday
Indigenous peoples and activists in Russia have faced increased pressure since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. This has taken the form of intimidation, criminal prosecutions, pressure on relatives, restrictions on international advocacy and the gradual dismantling of independent Indigenous organisations.
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Tomorrow at #EMRIP2026: Join us for our side event, "Let the Xavante Dream," exploring how large-scale infrastructure, transition mineral extraction, and development projects continue to impact the rights of Indigenous Peoples in Brazil. ⏰ 10:00–11:30 CEST (UTC+2)
Join Cultural Survival and partners at #EMRIP19 for a side event exploring the impacts of armed conflict and violence on Indigenous Peoples, and the vital role of Indigenous leadership in peacebuilding, environmental protection, and resilience. #IndigenousRights #ProtectIndigenousDefenders
Join us during #EMRIP2026 for "Let the Xavante Dream," a side event exploring how infrastructure and transition mineral projects are affecting Indigenous Peoples' rights in Brazil. 📅 15 July 2026 ⏰ 10:00–11:30 (UTC+2) 📍 Room XI, Building A, Palais des Nations, Geneva
Who pays for the energy transition? At #EMRIP2026, our side event, "Let the Xavante Dream," explores how infrastructure, transition mineral extraction, and development projects are impacting Indigenous Peoples' rights in Brazil. ⏰ 10:00–11:30 (UTC+2)
The 19th session of the UN Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples begins 13 July. Join us at #EMRIP2026 for "Let the Xavante Dream," a conversation on Indigenous rights, transition minerals, infrastructure, and development in Brazil. ⏰ 10:00–11:30 (UTC+2)
Indigenous voices in Russia are being systematically silenced and replaced with state- and corporate-aligned representatives at international forums Read the press release: https://www.culturalsurvival.org/news/investigation-russia-replacing-independent-indigenous-voices-state-and-corporate-aligned
Listen to First America–the true story of how the United States came to be. And how our current political moment is 250 years in the making. Episode 3 out today - wherever you get your podcasts #FirstAmerica #America250 https://lnk.to/FirstAmerica
This land wasn't empty before European settlers and colonizers came. Through pillage, deception, treason, and genocide, European colonizers expanded their control over the lands they stole from #IndigenousPeoples. #Landback #HonorTheTreaties #NoPrideInGenocide #July4 #4thOfJuly
The KOEF team visited the Ghanzi District in Botswana to meet with the Saikota Self Development Trust, a community-based organization working to revive the dengu. Read more: https://www.culturalsurvival.org/news/saikota-self-development-trust-revitalizing-cultural-heritage-dcui-and-dxana-bushmen
🎙️Listen to First America–the true story of how the United States came to be. And how our current political moment is 250 years in the making. Out now - wherever you get your podcasts! #FirstAmerica #America250 Listen, download and share podcast episodes directly: https://lnk.to/FirstAmerica
Cultural Survival’s delegation at London Climate Action Week #LCAW2026 is working alongside Indigenous organizations and allies to amplify calls for climate action that center Indigenous Peoples’ rights, self-determination, knowledge, and leadership. #IndigenousRights
In Episode 3, co-host Aimee Roberson (Chahta/Chikashsha) speaks with Alicia Moncada (Wayuu) and Avexnim Cojtí (Maya K'iche') Listen to “Fierce Love: Balancing Nurture and Defense of Our Communities.” https://pod.link/1591832998/episode/QnV6enNwcm91dC0xOTM5NjI1NQ?view=apps&sort=popularity
Anexa Alfred (Miskitu) confirmed that eight of Rivera’s relatives were arbitrarily detained and forcibly disappeared after attempting to recover his body. Their whereabouts remain unknown to this day. #ProtectIndigenousDefenders #JusticeForIndigenousDefenders #DefendTheDefenders
