August 2022 Enewsletter
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Coalition Calls for Securing Indigenous Peoples’ Rights in the Transition to Clean Energy, Launches Resource Hub of Indigenous-led Solutions

On August 9, 2022, the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, Indigenous leaders launched a new site – www.sirgecoalition.org – as part of the official public announcement of a new coalition to Secure Indigenous People’s Rights in a Green Economy (SIRGE Coalition). Read more.

Top 30 Wins for Indigenous Peoples in the Last 2 Years

As we celebrate World Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2022, Cultural Survival is taking a look back at some of the top 30 wins for Indigenous Peoples over the last 2 years. From historic land back cases to strong Indigenous women in power, there has been great progress to celebrate. Take a look back with us.  Read more.

Indigenous Peoples in Russia Are against the War in Ukraine

The war with Ukraine has worsened the situation of Indigenous Peoples in Russia, as a new International Committee of Indigenous Peoples of Russia (ICIPR) report concludes. Military recruitment in Indigenous communities has been disproportionately high as is the number of casualties. Read the ICIPR report here.

Report to the Committee on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights Highlights Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Violations in Guatemala

In August 2022, Cultural Survival and the Association Sobreviencia Cultural submitted a report to the UN Committee on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights. The report, entitled "Observations on the State of Indigenous Rights in Guatemala" evaluates the progress of the State of Guatemala in its international commitments to uphold the rights of Indigenous Peoples, in addition to providing recommendations to the State. Read the report.

Read Our 2021 Annual Report. 

After an incredible year of hard work and deep impact, we are excited to share with you Cultural Survival’s 2021 Annual Report! Read on issuu.

International Day For People Of African Descent 2022
Every year, August 31 marks International Day for People of African Descent. This holiday was created by the United Nations to celebrate African heritage and contributions. A distinct presence and positive impact continue to be marked in several parts of the world due to the African diaspora's spirit and contributions to art, culture, science, and other fields. On this day, we honor a vibrant culture and an international community while celebrating their values and contributions.
 
The Lakota Lockup Project
The Lakota LockUp Project advocates for Native people affected by the justice system, to support innovative approaches for cultural and historical trauma survival, rebuilding lives, economic justice, traditional family services, substance and alcohol abuse treatment, and equal access to education, thus strengthening communities.



Cultural Survival Global News Bulletin August 2022
The Global News Bulletin for this month contains news from around the world on the topic of Indigenous rights. In this edition, we have news from Indonesia, El Salvador, Kenya, and much more.
 
El uso del Yagé para el Pueblo Inga
En este programa de Radio de Derechos Indígenas de Cultural Survival presentamos una entrevista con Doris Ríos y Adriana Fenández, mujeres Cabécar recuperadoras del territorio de China Kichá, lugar en el que se han realizado cinco recuperaciones, lo que significa el 70% de un total de 1100 hectáreas que conforman este territorio Indígena. 


Día Internacional de los Pueblos Indígenas: ¡No a la criminalización de defensores y defensoras del territorio!
el Día Internacional de los Pueblos Indígenas es una oportunidad para visibilizar sus aportes en el ámbito cultural, de la salud, lingüístico, ambiental, entre muchos otros, pero también para denunciar los múltiples atropellos que se cometen contra los Pueblos Indígenas, así como exigir el respeto a sus derechos humanos y colectivos. En Cultural Survival nos sumamos a estas exigencias y preparamos un programa especial en el que se denuncia la criminalización de hombres y mujeres Indígenas que luchan por la defensa del territorio, lengua y cultura. 


Noticiero regional sobre Pueblos Indígenas, agosto 2022

Muchos sucesos y situaciones que involucran a los Pueblos Indígenas están pasando alrededor del mundo. ¿Sabe cuáles son? Como parte del derecho a la información, Cultural Survival le presenta este noticiero con notas relevantes de Norte, Centro y Sur América, África y Asia, el cual puede escuchar, descargar y compartir de forma gratuita.


 
815+ Urgent Public Service Announcements on COVID-19 Are Now Available in 150+ Indigenous Languages

Keepers of the Earth Grant Partner Spotlight:

Centro Kalwahai, Nicaragua

The Kalwahai Center is an organization dedicated to the cultural, environmental, and economic development of Indigenous communities in the Bosawas Biosphere Reserve in Nicaragua. Read more. En español.

Indigenous Community Media Partner Spotlight:

Radio Jugal Is Helping Communities Stay Safe During Natural Disasters in Nepal

Radio Jugal was established on June 1, 2018, with a 500-watt capacity. It is managed by a group of Indigenous women led by Sunita Lama, who started her career at Radio Sindhu, the first and only community radio station situated in Chautara.  Read more. 

Indigenous Community Media Partner Spotlight:

Meet Our First Cohort of 2022 Indigenous Youth Fellows

This is the fifth year of the Fellowship Program, which has awarded 46 fellowships to 77 youth to date. The capacity of the fellows is built through trainings in communication and technical skills such as radio, audiovisual media, and journalism, and culminates in the successful delivery of media projects  Read more. En español  Em português

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Cultural Survival Quarterly Magazine 
46-2 Securing Indigenous Rights in the Green Economy

This issue of the Cultural Survival Quarterly is dedicated to uplifting the voices of Indigenous communities impacted by a new wave of extractivism for transition minerals such as copper, nickel, cobalt, and lithium, which are key in battery development for electric vehicles and other technologies.

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