Eighty percent of the world's biodiversity is within Indigenous territories, yet these communities often don't have a say when it comes to protecting the lands they inhabit. Environmental activist Jupta Itoewaki explains why Indigenous peoples are best positioned to lead the world's efforts to preserve nature and maintain a habitable planet -- and reminds us of their outsized importance in charting a sustainable future.

Jupta Itoewaki: An Indigenous perspective on humanity's survival on Earth

An Indigenous perspective on humanity's survival on Earth

Suriname's pristine forests, 93% untouched, underscore the link between Indigenous stewardship and global biodiversity conservation.

The Amazon's biodiversity, home to 40,000 plant species and 427 mammals, is safeguarded by Indigenous practices, vital for Earth's health.

Indigenous wisdom, emphasizing responsibility, respect, and reciprocity, offers a blueprint for sustainable living and Earth's preservation.