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Indigenous women play a crucial role in social and environmental activism. Their activism is rooted in their cultural and spiritual connections to the land. They lead movements to protect sacred lands and water sources. Supporting Indigenous women involves more than just acknowledging their contributions. It requires active participation and respect for their leadership. Indigenous communities are disproportionately affected by environmental degradation and climate change, despite being the least responsible for these issues. It is important to understand and support Indigenous women's efforts for justice and the health of our planet. Hi, everyone. I'm your host today. My name is Stéphanie Du, and in today's episode titled Empowering the Earth, Indigenous Women Leading the Way, we'll explore the visual contribution of Indigenous women in social and environmental activism. First of all, what is Indigenous? What is it being an Indigenous person? We'll get on to that. First of all, Indigenous women have long been at the forefront of movements for social and environmental justice. Their activism is deeply rooted in the cultural and spiritual connections to the land. For instance, Benedict's Zementis or Gwanshin Steering Committee have been a vocal leader against the construction of the Line 3 oil pipeline, which threatens sacred Indigenous lands and water sources. Her work reflects a broader tradition among Indigenous women who fight tirelessly to protect their communities and environment. Another remarkable example is Aletha Boone, or Mama Aletha, from Timor Island. In 1996, she organized a year-long protest that successfully halted marble mining operations, threatening her community's forests. Despite facing significant stress and violence, Mama Aletha and her fellow activists demonstrated the power of grassroots movements in protecting the environment. These women are not only protecting their lands, but also advocating for broader crimes justice. They emphasize that meaningful climate actions must include the voices and leadership of Indigenous communities. This perspective is crucial because Indigenous people are often the most affected by environmental degradation and climate change. That's why they're the least responsible for these issues. Supporting Indigenous women's activism involves more than just acknowledging their contributions. It requires active participation, such as respecting their leadership, supporting Native-owned businesses, and learning about the land's work of art. This support can lead more than inclusive and effective environmental solutions that benefit all of humanity. Now, in my opinion, I believe the role of Indigenous women is social and environmental activism. It is an essential and often unappreciated aspect of the broader fight for justice and sustainability. Their deep connection to the land and their resilience in the face of adversity offer invaluable lessons for all of us. It is crucial for listeners to understand and support this effort, not only for the sake of justice, but also for the health of our planet. And that is it. Now, what did you hope your listeners will understand after listening to this podcast? First, Indigenous women are crucial in environmental and social justice movements. Their activism is deeply connected to the cultural and spiritual traditions. And lastly, supporting Indigenous women's efforts is essential for achieving meaningful and exclusive climate action. Thank you all for joining me on this episode. And next week, we're going to talk about what it really means to be an Indigenous person. See you in the next podcast. Bye!