I am proud to be Ogiek. Our culture is more than just tradition it is our identity, our connection to the land,
Explore our growing collection of reflections, essays, and perspectives that center Indigenous knowledge, environmental guardianship, and the lived experiences of communities closest to the land. Through thoughtful writing and personal insight, we aim to deepen awareness, inspire collective responsibility, and amplify the voices often unheard in mainstream climate conversations.
I am proud to be Ogiek. Our culture is more than just tradition it is our identity, our connection to the land,
The Forest Is Our Home For Indigenous communities like the Ogiek, the forest is more than trees it’s our heritage, medicine, and
The name Ogiek means the origin of a group of Indigenous Peoples who have lived in the forests of Kenya for generations
Conservation is not a job for one person or one community—it’s our shared responsibility as caretakers of this Earth. Climate change is
The Ogiek communities are Indigenous Peoples and forest dwellers. Their lives are intricately connected to the forest, which they consider not just
Indigenous peoples have their unique ways of responding to climate change, rooted in traditional knowledge and cultural practices. They believe that cutting
Conservation is our duty and our responsibility to make sure that the planet is safe because God has given human beings the
Forests and trees help to feed the world – they are rich sources of foods such as nuts, fruits, seeds, roots, tubers,
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Western Michigan University
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Western Michigan University
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