Indigenous knowledge and climate change
the incorporation of traditional knowledge as a prerequisite for climate justice
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https://doi.org/10.18227/2317-1448ted.v29i02.7879Keywords:
Indigenous peoples, Climate Change, Indigenous KnowledgesAbstract
Climate change affects ecosystems and populations unevenly, with indigenous peoples among the most affected. Starting from the premise that indigenous peoples not only disproportionately face the impacts of climate change but also play a crucial role in adaptation and mitigation to this process, our article discusses the importance of not only viewing indigenous communities as ‘vulnerable’ to the climate phenomenon but also recognizing, respecting, and incorporating their traditional knowledge as essential in addressing environmental issues. We argue that to truly achieve climate justice, it is fundamental to incorporate indigenous knowledge into the climate discourse, decolonizing discussions and seeking the redistribution of burdens and benefits. This requires an epistemological shift, which can only occur with greater participation of indigenous peoples in global negotiations.
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