The Gomaluku Podcast: Recent Episodes
Ghazali Ohorella
This is a podcast to inspire and empower 476 million Indigenous Peoples, so that they can do what inspires them and hosted by Ghazali Ohorella (Alifuru, Maluku). You'll find his thoughts, speeches and other work on the rights of Indigenous Peoples. He uploads segments from talks, interviews, as well as his long-form conversations with Indigenous Peoples’ representatives and allies on a wide range of topics including their thoughts, failures, the lessons they’ve learned, their hardships, their aha moments, and the sacrifices they made to claim indigenous rights.
Today's episode is about the Pact of the Future, its to advance the SDGs which claims to "leave no one behind," but guess who's missing? Indigenous Peoples. Join us as we unpack the hypocrisy, demand answers, and push for real inclusion in shaping our shared future. Hear what I did to hold the UN accountable and ensure Indigenous voices are not just heard, but honored. Enjoy!
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Explore the top challenges Indigenous advocates face at the UN and how to overcome them. This episode offers insights into effective participation, from mastering UN rules to sustaining advocacy. Enjoy, and sorry for the sketchy audio quality.
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Dive into the journey of Indigenous Peoples' participation at the UN in this episode. Explore key milestones like the innovative Geneva-New York dynamic, the introduction of the IP badge, and the roadmap to UNDRIP's 20th anniversary.
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I presented a roadmap at the 2024 Metis National Council Global Summit, with a focus on championing a transformative UN status for Indigenous governments. I recall the intensity of July 19, 2014, a night that became a turning point in our mission to preserve Indigenous references within the Sustainable Development Goals. I unpack the critical concepts of sovereignty, decolonization, and self-determination, drawing innovative comparisons to frequent flyer programs to demystify the layers of UN participation.Enjoy!
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This episode is about the crucial preparations Indigenous Peoples should be making for the Human Rights Council (HRC) sessions. Highlighting the significance of these meetings, the resolutions being discussed, and why it's vital for Indigenous voices to be heard in this global arena. Enjoy!
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Dissect the UK and France's approach to Indigenous rights, influenced by their monarchical past. This episode offers a deep dive into how historical legacies impact modern international policy. If you're interested in global affairs, human rights, and the intersection of history and policy. This is for you. Enjoy!
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Discover post-COP28 strategies in our latest episode. Uncover what's next in climate policy and how to prepare. Focus on Article 6, Global Stocktake, Indigenous Peoples' roles, and human rights advocacy. Essential for those keen on future climate action trends. Tune in for expert insights and proactive measures.
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Step into another episode where I share my remarks at a side event during COP28. Organized by the International Indian Treaty Council, Metis National Council, Assembly of First Nations, and Inuit Circumpolar Council, this event spotlighted the vital intersection of climate action and Indigenous rights. My presentation, which you'll hear in this episode, focuses on the imperative need for a grievance mechanism within the COP28 Loss and Damage Fund. This addition is not just a policy detail—it's a cornerstone for ensuring justice and equity in global climate responses. By tuning in, you'll dive into the proactive principles of Indigenous Peoples in environmental stewardship, understanding how their wisdom is applicable and necessary in both developing and developed nations. Enjoy!
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This episode offers an in-depth look into the challenging negotiations at COP28, particularly focusing on the contentious issues around Article 6 and the Global Stocktake. We explore the strategic moves of various parties, including Bolivia's decision to bracket the text, highlighting the complex dynamics and divergent views in climate negotiations. Join me to understand the critical role of Indigenous Peoples in these talks, as we advocate for human rights and the rights of Indigenous Peoples amidst these high-stakes discussions.
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From COP28, explore the unique perspectives on climate action and sustainability rooted in Indigenous wisdom. Discover how Indigenous Peoples advocate for non-market approaches, emphasizing collective rights and holistic environmental stewardship. This episode offers a crucial understanding of how Indigenous knowledge can lead the way towards a more sustainable future.
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In this episode, we're zeroing in on the critical role of Indigenous Peoples in climate negotiations. I'll be discussing the invaluable insights and strategies they bring to the table, and how their deep-rooted wisdom is shaping our approach to combating climate change. Join us for an enlightening conversation about their impact on global environmental policies. Enjoy!
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This episode is a unique blend of insights from days two and three, giving you an insider's perspective on the tactics and strategies used by Indigenous Peoples in climate change advocacy and negotiations. Enjoy!
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Diving into Day 1 of COP28 with Tomohiro Harada going straight to the heart of the summit. We explore the unique challenges and triumphs of Indigenous representatives in Dubai, a city at the crossroads of modern development and traditional fossil fuel economies. Enjoy!
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In this episode we connect the dots between the UAE's proposal to disconnect oil production from emission reduction, the potential implications of carbon removal technologies, and the role of plastic in this complex climate narrative. We also dive into the crucial element of indigenous rights as we gear up for the upcoming COP28. Enjoy!
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In this episode we dive deep into the reality of Indigenous Peoples versus local communities. Expect to unmask seven vital truths, steer clear of four commonly made mistakes, and discover a game-changing idea that could redefine Indigenous Peoples' representation at the United Nations. Enjoy!
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In today's episode, we're diving into the world of Indigenous Peoples engaging in bilaterals. Imagine setting up a bilateral like asking someone out on a date. It's not as easy as swiping right on Tinder; you need to build connections and get to know each other.
Join us as we discuss the parallels between dating and diplomacy, and how sometimes countries and groups are more interested in photo ops than actually advocating for Indigenous rights. Discover the challenges of navigating these delicate negotiations and the fine line between being tokenized and genuinely making a difference.
Get ready for some laughs and insights as we delve into the complexities of the diplomatic world, all while putting a lighthearted spin on a serious topic. So, buckle up and swipe right for an episode full of banter and breakthroughs! Enjoy!
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My friends! In this episode, you get to dive deep into the struggles and victories of Indigenous Peoples in their quest for recognition and rights. From organizing our own preparatory meetings to the creation of the groundbreaking Alta Outcome Document, learn how the Indigenous movement has fought to change the world. Join us as we discuss key moments in their history and explore the ongoing efforts to implement the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. This "jam" was recorded during the 2019 annual Project Access Training Workshop organized by the Tribal Link Foundation in advance of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. Enjoy!
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On today's episode, you'll gain valuable insights into the challenges Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions face in participating in the Human Rights Council and its various sessions, including the Universal Periodic Review and Treaty Bodies meetings. You'll learn about the potential solutions for improving participation modalities and the importance of including Indigenous voices in the Human Rights Council. By tuning in to this debrief of the OHCHR expert workshop, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the need for meaningful participation of Indigenous Peoples in discussions on human rights and their rights. Enjoy!
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In this episode, I share my improvised remarks on behalf of Saniri Alifuru, Dewan Adat Papua, and Saka Mese Nusa Alifuru at the OHCHR Expert Workshop on enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples representative institutions at the United Nations. I discuss the recommendations and next steps discussed during the meeting, including the importance of clear timeline and steps to ensure progress towards enhanced participation. I also recommend changing the selection mechanism to an accreditation mechanism and emphasize the need for clear steps and consultation with Indigenous Peoples in the process. Subscribe to learn more about these important issues and how we can work towards greater representation and participation for Indigenous Peoples at the United Nations.
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In this episode, we reflect on the key takeaways from the OHCHR workshop on Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions. We discuss the importance of being included in international meetings and decision-making processes, as well as the role of non-indigenous allies in supporting Indigenous participation. We also delve into the need for recognition and respect for Indigenous rights and the potential for creating a platform for sharing resources among Indigenous communities. Additionally, we explore the importance of preserving cultural traditions and languages, and the role of technology in communication and information sharing. Plus, we highlight the need for intergenerational transfer of knowledge and skills and the importance of connecting with other Indigenous communities and traditions. Join Tiana Jakicevich, Iniquilipi Chiari, Frank Ettawageshik, and Tomohiro Harada as we reflect and look ahead on the workshop's last day. Enjoy!
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On today's episode you'll hear me present the joint-intervention of Saniri Alifuru, Dewan Adat Papua, and Saka Mese Nusa Alifuru at the OHCHR Expert Workshop in Geneva. Presenting on behalf of them, I discuss potential selection mechanisms that prioritize self-determination and free, prior, and informed consent. Enjoy!
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On today's episode, Tiana Jakicevich, Iniquilipi Chiari, Frank Ettawageshik and Tomohiro Harada discuss the third day of the expert workshop on enhaned participation of Indigenous Peoples representative institutions at the United Nations. During the workshop day, the meeting focused on selection criteria, higlighting the importance of addressing past colonization in the selection process for these representative institutions. They will also delve into the specific ways in which Indigenous Peoples are tackling this issue and how it impacts their decision-making processes. Enjoy!
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Listen in to this episode of the podcast as Ms. Hunanatu Matoke presents a joint statement on behalf of Saniri Alifuru, Dewan Adat Papua, and Saka Mese Nusa Alifuru at the OHCHR Expert Workshop on enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples representative institutions at the United Nations. They discuss the importance of rights-based selection criteria that respect Indigenous Peoples' right to self-determination and self-identification, and propose using standards and conventions established in international law to determine the representative nature of these institutions. Enjoy!
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In this episode, I'm sharing a recording of a conversation after day 2 of the UN expert workshop on the enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions. Tiana Jakicevich, Iniquilipi Chiari, Frank Ettawageshik and Tomohiro Harada, discuss amongst others the ambassadorial role of Frank being a National Congress of American Indians representative, attending the workshop in an ambassadorial capacity representing over 200 Indigenous nations. Hear them discuss the challenges and opportunities related to the participation of Indigenous Peoples in various forums and contexts, including the usefulness of organizing Indigenous participation by region. Enjoy!
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Today you will hear Mr. Leonard Imbiri present a joint-statement on behalf of Saniri Alifuru, Dewan Adat Papua, and Saka Mese Nusa Alifuru at the OHCHR Expert Workshop on enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples representative institutions at the United Nations. He speaks about the limitations that Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions currently face in their participation in the work of the Human Rights Council and proposes an arrangement that would give them the same participatory rights as Observer States to the HRC, including the ability to present resolutions, participate in debates and dialogues, and submit written statements. Enjoy!
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In today's episode, we hear from representatives of Indigenous nations from around the world: Tiana Jakicevich, Iniquilipi Chiari, Frank Ettawageshik who are participating in the OHCHR expert workshop on enhanced participation. Hosted by Tomohiro Harada, they discuss the challenges facing Indigenous communities and ways to address them, including the need for better representation, support, and the protection of cultures and traditions. They also talk about the role of technology and the importance of collaboration and dialogue between Indigenous communities, governments, and other stakeholders. This conversation was held after day 1 of the workshop, enjoy!
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On this episode of our podcast, you hear Semuel Sahureka presenting a joint-statement on behalf of Saniri Alifuru, Dewan Adat Papua, and Saka Mese Nusa Alifuru at the OHCHR Expert Workshop on enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples representative institutions at the United Nations. They advocate for a new status for Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions, separate from other organizations, individuals, and non-governmental organizations, and call for Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions to have access to all meetings and venues of the Human Rights Council. Don't miss this important discussion on the rights and needs of Indigenous Peoples at the United Nations. Enjoy!
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My friends, in this episode, I'll be presenting at the virtual dialogue organized by the Indigenous Coordinating Body (ICB) on selection criteria and mechanisms for Indigenous Peoples' governments at the United Nations. Did you know that Indigenous Peoples have the right to have their own representative institutions speak on their behalf at the UN? Well, I'll be discussing the criteria for determining the eligibility of these representatives and what kind of credentials they need to have in order to be considered eligible. Plus, we'll delve into the process for granting this new category of participation and how it involves States and Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions working together. Tune in to learn more about this important topic affecting Indigenous communities around the world.
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Indigenous Peoples' participation in UN mechanisms: speak up, submit written statements, and claim your seat. But beware of one rep per region, state interference, and ECOSOC status. In this episode of the podcast, I'll be discussing the modalities under which Indigenous Peoples participate in United Nations mechanisms. During the virtual dialogue organized by the Indigenous Coordinating Body, we explored the current situation where Indigenous Peoples are allowed to participate only as NGOs with ECOSOC status and the goal of creating a new status for representative institutions to attend meetings such as the General Assembly and Human Rights Council. Enjoy!
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In this episode of the podcast, I'll be discussing the Enhanced Participation Process and the challenges and opportunities for Indigenous Peoples' governments in the United Nations. During the Indigenous Coordinating Body virtual dialogues, we explored the current situation where Indigenous Peoples are allowed to participate only as NGOs with ECOSOC status, and the goal of creating a new status for representative institutions to attend meetings such as the General Assembly and Human Rights Council. We also discussed the main venues for Indigenous participation in the UN and the importance of resource constraints, the difference in participation between New York and Geneva, and the need for more Indigenous representation in treaty bodies. Follow to learn more about how enhancing the participation of Indigenous governments in the UN can contribute to the recognition and respect of Indigenous rights, self-determination, and sovereignty.
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In this episode, we're sharing our insights and experiences from attending COP27 as first-timers. We discuss the overwhelming number of negotiations and meetings, and offer advice on how to prioritise and focus on a few key topics. Enjoy our tips on how to make the most of your first COP conference.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gomaluku/message
In this episode, I'll be discussing the role of Indigenous Peoples in the negotiations at COP27, the UN climate change conference. As a participant in the negotiations, I'll be sharing my perspective on the challenges we faced and the progress made on issues such as Article 6 and Loss and Damage. We'll be diving into the complexities of carbon markets, the importance of non-economic loss and damage, and the participation of Indigenous Peoples in decision-making. Enjoy the debrief on the intersections of indigenous rights and climate justice at COP27.
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On today's episode you'll hear about the various groups and players involved in COP negotiations, Parties, constituencies, blocs, and the Indigenous caucus, and the strategies they use to advocate for their positions, like facilitators, spin-off groups, and informal negotiations. Plus, I'll dive into the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the LCIPP and IIPFCC, and the role of coordinators and spokespeople in the process. Join Reynaldo Morales, Tomohiro Harada and myself as we unpack the complexities of the COP process and the efforts to address climate change on the global stage.
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On today's episode, I'll be discussing the ongoing discussions about loss and damage at the COP27 conference. From financial compensation to the development of a framework for Indigenous Peoples. These are crucial issues that need to be addressed in order to effectively address the root causes of loss and damage. Please enjoy this inside look at the negotiations and decision-making processes at COP27 from an Indigenous perspective.
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Today's episode is one of my daily debriefs at COP27, where I share important lessons learned about how to make the most of bilateral meetings. From the importance of listening and understanding to the value of considering the perspectives of Indigenous Peoples. These insights will help you navigate negotiations and make your point effectively. Plus, I'll share tips on how to be efficient with your time and stay focused on the goals and objectives of your meetings. Please enjoy this valuable look into multilateral negotiations!
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Today’s episode is a recording of the virtual dialogue of the Indigenous Coordinating Body featuring presentations by Kenneth Deer, Les Malezer, and myself teaching you about the ongoing struggles of Indigenous Peoples to achieve enhanced participation at the United Nations. Despite the adoption of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and resolutions addressing Indigenous rights, Indigenous Peoples have yet to be given a corresponding status at the UN. We discuss the current practices that only allow States and NGOs to participate, the historical efforts by Haudenosaunee to gain a seat at the international level, and the frustrations with the UN's structures supporting Indigenous Peoples I will also highlight the importance of the Alta Outcome Document in the enhanced participation process and the objectives for the UN to effectively enhance Indigenous participation by 2024. Enjoy!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gomaluku/message
In this podcast episode, I will discuss my experience of the 5th dat at COP27, the United Nations climate conference taking place in Egypt. The final meetings for SBSTA and SBI are concluding and the conference will shift to a more political process next week. I informed the Indigenous Peoples Caucus and participated in meetings on articles 6.2, 6.4, and 6.8, and also made progress on the adoption of a decision on loss and damage. I will share my thoughts on the importance of being strategic when discussing sensitive information in negotiations and the emerging awareness among Indigenous Peoples about carbon markets. Enjoy!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gomaluku/message
In this podcast episode, Pablo shares his experiences working with traditional leaders to secure land rights for his community. Land is vital for the survival and flourishing of the Maya people, as it provides food, shelter, and a connection to their cultural identity. I discuss with him the challenges they face, including external threats to our land and cultural identity and the ongoing threat of the loss of indigenous governance systems. Pablo addresses the impact of the rapid transition to a cash economy on Indigenous communities. He engages at the international level believing that the international Indigenous Peoples movement can be useful in advocating for indigenous rights and creating opportunities for change at various levels. Enjoy!
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Today's lesson is that it's important to be aware that Indigenous caucus meetings are open and that people who walk in by accident or intentionally may listen in with ill-intentions and try to gather information or disrupt the meeting. This has happened in the past not just in climate change negotiations, but also in Geneva and New York. At COP27 we had another round of consultations on Article 6.2, 6.4, and 6.8. There was a good turnout at the daily coordination and caucus meetings, and it seems like more and more people are becoming aware of the importance of these meetings. Climate finance and loss and damage are still ongoing topics of negotiation, and there is a lot of pressure to finalize as much work as possible before the meeting ends. Enjoy!
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In today's episode, I'll be sharing some important lessons I learned while navigating the COP27 conference. I'll also be discussing the importance of being authentic, using the conference as an opportunity to learn and master the system, and building relationships. Plus, I'll be shedding light on the challenges faced by Indigenous Peoples at COP27, including the Supervisory Body's lack of transparency in the handling of recommendations and a lack of inclusivity in some processes. Enjoy!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gomaluku/message
On this episode we talk about developing countries calling for immediate financial compensation for loss and damage caused by climate change, while developed countries have differed on how to address it. As Indigenous Peoples, we recognize the need for both short-term solutions like financing and long-term solutions like sovereignty and self-determination. We also emphasize the importance of protecting traditional knowledge and practices in addressing climate change. Throughout the day, we have participated in bilateral meetings and discussions, and continue to strive for sovereignty and diplomacy in advancing our positions in negotiations. Enjoy!
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The COP27 daily debriefs ( this was day 1) offers insight into the complex and ongoing negotiations in Egypt, on this episode I shared my thoughts on the rushed process of setting up the methodologies for the supervisory body of article 6, which raised concerns about the integrity and effectiveness of this mechanism.
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This episode features a recording of my remarks at a COP27 side event on Indigenous Peoples' participation in the design of the independent grievance mechanism of the Article 6 carbon market mechanism under the UNFCCC. I discuss our three priorities: human rights, participation, and an independent grievance mechanism. Listen to learn about the importance of Indigenous Peoples in the climate change conversation and the need to protect our rights. Enjoy!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gomaluku/message
This episode is a short speech I gave at the 15th session of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. I didn't have much time (less than 2 minutes) so I decided to answer the four most frequently raised questions and concerns around the enhanced participation process and get that on the States' and UN's record. Enjoy!
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Today's episode is a short clip from the indigenous team that's involved in the Article 6 negotiations at COP26 in Glasgow. This was after we did a debrief and sat around to talk off the record about the negotiations. I love chats like these as they're opportunities to dive deep, share insight and share knowledge. You'll also hear Frank Ettawageshik (Executive Director of the United Tribes of Michigan and President of Association on American Indian Affairs).
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In this episode I share my own thoughts on who left the Bonn climate negotiations called SB56 with a bitter aftertaste or sweet aftertaste. You'll hear how I rate the experiences of the Santiago Network on Loss and Damage, City of Bonn, Observers, Egypt as the COP27 Presidency, Farmers, Oceans, Marriott, German Public Transportation and others. Enjoy the episode and let me know which you agree with and which not.
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My friends, in this episode I think out loud about the Bonn climate change negotiations leading up to COP27. I recorded it whilst the closing plenary was ongoing, but couldn't wait to process it all. So you'll hear what I'm hoping to do in relation to the Article 6 carbon market mechanism, my thoughts on some of the key players at the table, and examples about how Indigenous Peoples have worked on this specific issue. Enjoy!
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My friends, today's episode is a clip from my speech at a panel on participation of Indigenous Peoples and civil-society in climate negotiations. In this event organised by the UN Office of the High-Commissioner on Human Rights, like any other event, I tried to give as much value to people. I didn't write anything in advance. This is the only preparation I did: I took into account that the event was early in the negotiations, seeing that civil-society and State representatives sat in the room, thought about the expectations that people have from these climate talks, listening to what the previous speakers have said and if I agree or disagree with them or not. These and more are factors I take into account when I think about what I want to say. Its safe to say that I don't have a pre-written speech, just some points, but most of it is being in the room and listening to the room. Enjoy!
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What's up podcast listeners. Today's episode is particular for indigenous youth, as most people like myself provide advice with youth in the back of their mind. On this chat I'm doing it with having youth in the front of it. My contribution to this panel is about how you can easily advocate for climate justice, indigenous justice and more not with fancy words or graphs, but simply with what you have. How you can make more impact with less tools. Hint: The only tools are your brains and your smartphone.....yup its that easy. Enjoy the episode!
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This episode is a conversation I had with a delegate from an indigenous organisation in Latin-America at the climate change summit in Glasgow, COP26. He and many delegates that wanted to make themselves valuable to the movement ask me to sit down with them and give a rundown of the Article 6 game, and where I need them. Pay attention to how I try to continuously make the super technical negotiations practical and understandable for him, and in the end listen to how I circle my thoughts back to actionable and relevant information. Enjoy!
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Today's episode is a clip from my drop-in comments during a side event organised to discuss the 30 x 30 initiative for governments to designate 30% of our planet's land and ocean area as protected areas by 2030. The initiative is what many Indigenous Peoples nowadays describe as fortress conservation, or simply another land grabbing exercise. Because its circumventing - or removing - Indigenous Peoples that are already doing much of the conservation work, we've all heard that 80% of the world's remaining biodiversity is on the territories of Indigenous Peoples. Is that because these territories are miraculously healthier or is it because the people that have taken care of it for thousands of years have done a very good job? Is Article 6 or 30 x 30 threatening that under the flag of sustainability and conqu- ehm conservation? Enjoy!
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On this episode I sit down with Johnson Cerda to discuss the recent debates that happened at FWG7 in Bonn, Germany. We talk about why local communities shouldn't be completely removed from the platform, whether or not technical dialogues on the global stocktake could actually be a distraction and take away from everything else happening. We also reflect on the IPCC report with stark language on decolonisation, self-determination, and indigenous knowledge and brings a unique opportunity to highlight how indigenous knowledge is an integral part of climate action. And we look at UN entities and States' incremental way of framing free, prior and informed consent.
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This is a short 1 hour briefing I did for the Pacific region as an "inside baseball" briefing about the Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples Platform within the UNFCCC climate negotiations. There is some technical detail, but much of it is relevant to any non-experts who want to know more about what's going on behind the scenes in the climate change branch of the UN and how they can influence them.
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This special podcast episode looks into the lives of Indigenous Peoples who have experienced war and militarism. Jocelyn Ting-Hui Hung Chien and I provide the context and updates on the impacts of the war in Ukraine; share messages from Indigenous Peoples on the ground in both countries and we're joined by a panel of indigenous representatives from around the world to help you make sense of all that's happening. Guests: Damon Corrie (Chairman of the Indigenous Democracy Defense Organization), Dai Kitabayashi (Slow Food Indigenous Peoples’ network Advisory Board for Asia and spokesperson of Slow Food Ryukyu), Mia Aboran (Youth leader for the campaign against the GENED dams in Kabugao, Apayao, in the Cordillera region in the Philippines), Huna Matoke (Secretary General of the Alifuru Council).
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Critical thinker Catherine Murupaenga-Ikenn (Ngāti Kuri, Te Rarawa) is a human rights and environmental activist from Aotearoa - New Zealand, and former negotiator for Ngāti Kuri Historical Treaty claims settlement with the Crown. She recently completed her responsibilities as Senior Indigenous and Minorities Fellow to the OHCHR at the Pacific regional office.
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On today's episode of the podcast you'll hear my segment during a webinar organized by CIEL where I get to talk about how the carbon market as it was introduced would become a threat to the rights and livelihoods of Indigenous Peoples and how promoting and protecting human rights and the rights of Indigenous Peoples equals climate ambition. Enjoy!
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You were probably asleep by the time my day 3 of COP26 came to an end. I was too! But that didn't stop me from recording it for you all after midnight. I'm sure you'll find value in the tiny nuggets of wisdom and tactics in my daily debriefs. What did you think about this one? Did you find any gems I might have missed? Let me know what your thoughts are on Twitter @gomaluku or on Instagram if that's more your style. Enjoy!
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On this episode you'll hear a late night debrief after day 2 of COP26. Tomohiro Harada and I discuss the panel meeting with the COP president, what it's like to be part of such an important event and ensuring that human rights and the rights of Indigenous Peoples do not become bargaining chips in the negotiations. Enjoy!
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On this episode my good friend Dr. Johanna "Jo" Havemann stopped by, met her when she was working with IPACC and helping out at the Global Indigenous Youth Caucus in 2010-ish.
She's a trainer & consultant in Open Science Communication with a background in Evolution and Developmental Biology. Her work experience is super expansive, it covers NGOs, a science startup and international institutions including the UN Environment Programme.
Nowadays she focuses on digital tools for science and her label Access 2 Perspectives, and get this....she's fascinated by inter-species communication. Enough for us to talk about, the questions she answered:
- How can we better learn or communicate with the animal world?
- Why is there a gap between researchers and Indigenous Peoples, and how can we overcome the gap?
- What do you want to be remembered for the most?
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In today's episode, we discuss the first day of COP26, which got off to a hectic start with people trying to get into the venue whilst the World Leaders Summit was happening. Tomohiro Harada, Iniquilipi Chiari, and I shared insights into what transpired within the UNFCCC negotations zone. Enjoy!
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Welcome back to a new episode of the podcast where we talk about climate change and everything else that's important in the world of climate change negotiations. On this episode we're going to do a brief overview of all the key figures at COP26 so that you can follow along with the actions of Indigenous Peoples as well as get a sense for who is talking on behalf of our planet. Enjoy!
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On today's episode I sit down with Minnie Degawan to talk about nature-based solutions. Nature-based solutions are often thought of as the best way to deal with environmental problems, but what exactly is a nature-based solution and what's the catch? Nature-based solutions should focus on preserving and restoring natural ecosystems rather than removing the guardians of these ecosystems from their lands and territories. This podcast episode will help you understand why its so important to understand the current scope of nature-based solutions and the true intent of it. Enjoy!
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Today's episode is a recording of a countdown series that I did with TV Indigena in the days running up to COP26. We spoke in Spanglish to bring as many people from all over the indigenous world up to speed on what Indigenous Peoples wanted to see come out of the climate conference held in Glasgow. Enjoy!
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Multilateralism is under duress, so on today's episode I discuss with H.E. Maria Fernanda Espinosa Garces and Professor James Anaya whether the UN's new social contract will save multilateralism. What's also interesting is whether multilateralsim can be expanded to also include Indigenous Peoples and Nations. What do you think?
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Today's episode is a recording of a countdown series that I did with TV Indigena in the days running up to COP26. We spoke in Spanglish to bring as many people from all over the indigenous world up to speed on what COP26 is....and maybe more importantly why people should care about what's being discussed and decided in the "blue zone". Enjoy!
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My friends, today's episode is a special video message I recorded upon the request of the indigenous villagers from Marafenfen on the island of Aru in the south of Maluku. The villagers were applicants in the court case held on November 17, 2021 of the Marafenfen community vs. the provincial government of Indonesia and the Indonesian navy. After the unfavourable verdict of the Dobo District Court the villagers and indigenous communities nearby started to protest. In my message I highlighted my examination of the situation and the human rights and indigenous rights involved. And I think that this message can be of value to other militarized Indigenous Peoples dealing with land acquisitions by the armed forces. Please share with your friends and use #SaveMarafenfen.
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Today's episode is about the UN Secretary General's new social contract. I talked about it with Professor James Anaya and H.E. Maria Fernanda Espinosa Garces listen to understand what was wrong with the old one and how a new one should be created.
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In an attempt to make to making COP26 both inclusive and COVID-19 safe, the UK Government has instituted measures. In this first episode counting down to COP26 I talked about it with Iniquilipi Chiari, and Jocabed Solano on what rules they have to follow.
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Today's episode is a conversation I had with Jacob Bryan Aki or Ka'omaka if you want to call him by his Hawaiian name. You'll enjoy this episode as we went through his young but already distinguished career. He has tasted so many thing at such a young age that I think it's super inspiring for others to start trying out stuff to find what they love to do. These are the questions he answered:
- What are the lessons that you were taught that you will teach your kid differently?
- I want to start an indigenous business too, and suffer from shiny object syndrome, any advice on how or where to start to actually get my business off the ground?
- What did you learn from being a Chief of Staff to Senator Kalani English?
- What should Native Hawaiians be looking into right now to safeguard their future?
Enjoy!
(Episode originally aired on December 7, 2020)
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On today's episode María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés, Professor James Anaya and I discuss how the new social contract will impact Indigenous Peoples, will it help or hurt us? Let me know what you think.
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Today's episode is a phenomenal talk with Binota, we dove deep into handling adverse situations and how your mindset in those situations can get you out of them and propel you onto some amazing things. Listen to Binota's personal experiences, that led to him becoming one of Asia's powerhouses in the Indigenous Peoples rights movement, with super network building, campaign and advocacy achievements, in the national, Asia regional and international forum he is currently the expert member for the Asia region of the UN Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Questions he answered:
- Have you ever failed at anything? If so, how did you handle it and what did you learn?
- What impact do you want to have as an expert member?
- What motivates you to stay in the movement, do you have a personal goal?
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My friends, this episode is a segment of the August 9th virtual commemoration where María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés, Professor James Anaya and I talk about the problem the UN has with all its resolutions. That most of them aren't implemented that former President of the UN General Assembly Maria Fernanda starts talking about an implementation deficit. Enjoy.
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Today's episode originally aired on November 23rd 2020. On that day Damon Gerard Corrie stopped by. He's an author, super roomie, family man, writer/interviewer, descendant heir to the Hereditary Chieftaincy of the Eagle Clan Lokono-Arawaks of Guyana, and founder of the Indigenous Democracy Defense Organization and the Caribbean Amerindian Development Organization.
Questions he answered: What is the one question you have to ask when interviewing Indigenous Peoples? You’ve worn a military outfit to the UN once, what’s the story behind it? Would you rather travel back in time to meet your ancestors or forward and meet your future relatives? What is your definition of masculinity, is it OK for indigenous men to be vulnerable? What is in your view the state of the union of Indigenous Peoples in the Caribbean?
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Today's episode is a segment of the August 9th virtual commemoration in which María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés, Professor James Anaya and I talk about UN reform and the role that Indigenous Peoples should be bestowed in this process. Enjoy!
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Today's episode is a talk I did during informal dialogues on a new UN treaty to protect the biodiversity of the high seas. The meeting was co-organized by the Nobel Institute and I took this opportunity to explain to the UN negotiators what FPIC means and how it applies to traditional and indigenous knowledge. I hope this gives you a structure or nuggets that you can use to explain FPIC. Enjoy!
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Today's episode is a virtual dialogue featuring myself as the moderator, Professor James Anaya, and Her Excellency María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés discussing the call for a new social contract. Please share any takeaways @gomaluku on Twitter. Enjoy. For more info on the organizers of the event UN-DESA please visit this link.
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You probably know that I am pro empowerment of indigenous delegates at the international level. Today's episode you get to hear me in a piece of a conversation with Tomo Harada where I'm reflecting on being a leader of indigenous delegates focused on the Article 6 negotiations at the UN climate summit in Madrid in 2019. There's a sequence and style I deploy to help my peers to rise above themselves, to act sovereign and represent the indigenous collective despite lack of experience or education. Enjoy.
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Today's episode is the complete registration of the 2021 virtual commemoration of UN-DESA’s International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. The Indigenous Peoples and Development Branch – Secretariat of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues/DISD/DESA organized a virtual event opened by Chief Tadodaho Sidney Hill of the Onondaga Nation, with remarks provided by the Chair of the UN Permanent Forum, a written message of Secretary-General António Guterres and a virtual dialogue featuring myself as the moderator, Professor James Anaya, and Her Excellency María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés discussing the call for a new social contract. Please share any takeaways @gomaluku on Twitter. Enjoy.
For more info on the organizers of the event UN-DESA please visit this link.
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On today's episode you'll hear me in an interview with Ms. Diane Penn of UN News. We talked right before the commemoration of International Indigenous Peoples Day about how the current crisis is affecting Indigenous Peoples and what needs to be done within the UN to make sure that we come out stronger out of the crisis than we went in. Enjoy.
The interview was originally posted here.
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Today's episode is a flashback to September 2019 where I sat down with Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim and Daria Egereva. I sat down with these two amazing people outside our hotel right before our taxi arrived to take us to the final day of the PreCOP in Costa Rica. We talked about their aha moments, their experiences, thoughts about self-awareness, and why they do what they do. Please enjoy!
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On today's episode I’m very glad that Minnie Degawan, Kankanay-Igorot from the Cordillera region in the Philippines had the time to join me. Minnie was super passionate about justice from a very early age. As she cannot imagine herself working for the government, she started very early working at the community level, was one of the Asia representatives during the negotiations on the UNDRIP at the international level, and transitioned to the nonprofit level where she is at right now as Director of the Indigenous and Traditional Peoples Program at Conservation International. Enjoy the episode and let me know what you think! Originally aired on: November 17. 2020.
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On today's episode I sit down with the stunning Maria Noeli Oberto (Wayuu, Venezuela) to talk about how she helps the indigenous movement while she's not actively participating anymore. Her drive to help people has moved her from the movement to the finance business where she helps people reach financial independence and empowerment. Maria's "let me show you..." mindset is paramount in her life, I can hear it in her origin story, her answers to the questions of how to participate in the United Nations, and helping people and the community, and more. An indigenous superwoman that's surely missed in the international Indigenous Peoples movement. Note: Originally aired on November 4, 2020
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Tai Pelli is a Borikén Taíno, (a Taíno Indigenous person from Puerto Rico); Liaison Officer of the United Confederation of Taíno People (UCTP) and Co-founder of the Caribbean Amerindian Development Organization. She is an International Human Rights, Environmental Rights and Indigenous Peoples' Rights Advocate. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of the International Indian Treaty Council on behalf of the UCTP.
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Today's episode is a Q&A with Mikaela Jade. She's a Cabrogal Woman from the Dharug-speaking Nations of Sydney, and founder of Indigital, Australia’s first Indigenous Edu-tech company. We talked about starting an indigenous business, imposter syndrome, augmented reality, virtual reality, stigmas, racism, Twitch, Minecraft and more. Note: Episode aired originally on October 26, 2020.
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Roberto Múkaro Borrero has a distinguished and diverse background in policy & program development and human rights advocacy, including in specialization on the rights of Indigenous Peoples. He retains over 25 years of experience actively engaging the United Nations system in thematic areas such as Sustainable Development; Climate Change; the Information Society; and the Organization of American States; among others. He has served on the staff of the International Indian Treaty Council and the American Museum of Natural History, as well as an independent contracting consultant for UNESCO, UNDP, PBS, and other notable institutions. A published writer, an accomplished artist, and musician, Borrero is a member of the Taíno Tribal Nation, an Indigenous Peoples whose traditional homelands extend through the Greater Antilles to the Southern tip of Florida in the U.S. In 2012, he was traditionally sanctioned a kasike (chief) of the Guainía Taíno tribal community. He has an educational background in communications and cultural studies. In 2013, Borrero was awarded an honorary Doctorate Degree, Philosophy in Humanities, from Kayiwa International University, Kampala, Uganda.
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On this episode that originally aired on October 22, 2020 I caught up with the amazing Erin Hinkle (Co-founder BuildRise). I've known her from her years as the Swiss-pocket-knife of Tribal Link Foundation where she learned many things including how non-indigenous people should support Indigenous Peoples. Nowadays she's a New Yorker living with her husband in Wisconsin, consulting for companies and organizations on bringing the human back into human resources. Enjoy!
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From the mountains of northern Chile Freddy Sebastián Medina joins the podcast. He's Aymara, and an environmental biologist and talks about the integration of indigenous knowledge and science, the flip side of solar energy, and the need for indigenous curricula.
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Today's episode is an interview I did a few weeks ago on the Multi-Hazards podcast. I talked with Vin Nelsen about indigenous activism in the UN, what climate change adaptation means, why its important to remember that you could die tomorrow, and so much more. Enjoy!
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Today's conversation is with Lucky Sherpa. She is a former elected member of the Constituent Assembly and Parliament of Nepal (from 2008 to 2012). Ms. Sherpa is the first indigenous and sherpa women to be appointed by Nepal Government as an Nepali ambassador for Australia, new Zealand from 2017 to 2019.
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Today's podcast is with Chris Chapman. He is a long time Indigenous Peoples' rights adviser/researcher currently working for Amnesty International and formerly with Minority Rights Group.
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On today's episode Skolt Sami news anchor, storyteller Sara Wesslin joins the podcast to talk about her work, Skolt Sami, languages, cultural expectations, handicrafts, and nature. Who do you like to be my next guest, or want to let me know what you think? Tweet me @gomaluku.
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Its funny that I got to sit down with Erika on October 12th 2020, 7 years after we met at the third Cumbre Continental de Comunicación Indígena del Abya Yala held in Santa María Tlahuitoltepec (Mexico). Amongst others we talked about the role of teachers in restorative justice, strategic communications for Indigenous Peoples and more.
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Raja Devasish Roy is Chakma Chief and advocate to the Supreme court of Bangladesh. He's also a former Minister of State to the government of Bangladesh, former expert member to the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues and co-chair of the Indigenous Peoples caucus during the UN working group on the draft declaration. Who do you like to be my next guest, or want to let me know what you think? Tweet me @gomaluku.
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Carson Kiburo (Endorois) and Atina Pamei Gaare (Naga) share their ways of transferring knowledge from their elders to the next generations. Let us know what you think: Tweet me @gomaluku.
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Today's conversation is with Alberto Saldamando (Chicano/Zapoteca) international human rights lawyer and specialist in indigenous rights. Currently serves as indigenous rights climate change counsel to the Indigenous Environmental Network, a non-profit NGO supporting indigenous frontline communities defending their Sacred Water and territories against extraction and fossil fuels. Enjoy! Who do you think should be my next guest, or want to let me know what you think? Tweet me @gomaluku.
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Today's episode is a conversation with uncle Craig Cromelin. He's a jack of all trades but master of none that funny enough never wanted to join community governance in the first place. But, leave it to his elders to give the then 25 year-old Craig a nudge to do what he's destined to do. In this conversation he shares his lessons and what it takes to help indigenous communities and individuals. He's a former NSWALC councillor that lives by the notion that your circumstances don't dictate where you end up but only indicate where you start. Enjoy! Who do you think should be my next guest, or want to let me know what you think? Tweet me @gomaluku.
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My friends, on today's episode I explain how I look at social media. Because I approach it like its a science. Trial and error, learn from your mistakes, adapt and move on. I think this episode is valuable to you if you want to figure out how you as an indigenous organisation can leverage the power of the internet to advocate for your Indigenous Peoples. So throw away those press releases and start looking at your social media as your own CNN, BBC Radio, or Huffington Post. Got more questions for me, or want to let me know what you think? @gomaluku.
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Brenda L. Gunn, is a Professor at the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Law. She has a B.A. from the University of Manitoba and a J.D. from the University of Toronto. She completed her LL.M. in Indigenous Peoples Law & Policy at the University of Arizona. She articled with Sierra Legal Defence Fund (now Ecojustice Canada). She was called to the bars of Law Society of Upper Canada and Manitoba. Brenda also worked at a community legal clinic in Rabinal, Guatemala on a case of genocide submitted to the Inter-American Commission of Human Rights. She has also worked with First Nations on Aboriginal and treaty rights issues in Manitoba. As a proud Metis woman, she continues to combine her academic research with her activism pushing for greater recognition of Indigenous peoples’ inherent rights as determined by Indigenous peoples’ own legal traditions. Her current research focuses on promoting greater conformity between international law on the rights of Indigenous peoples and domestic law. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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What's up podcast listeners, today's episode is my answer to a question that I was asked during the Quarantine Q&A. The person was under the impression that I was doing all this to become President of the Republic of the South-Moluccas (RMS) one day. I hope my answer to this question triggers you to deploy self-awareness as well, and to find something you really love to do and go all in on it. Do you have more questions for me to answer, or just want to let me know what you think? You can find me @gomaluku.
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My friends, today's episode is with Marina Ycha. I had Marina as my guest on October 9th 2020 when she joined the show from her community, the indigenous Ulchi people living in Russia. She hails from a family that historically had indigenous occupations. She currently is a specialist on inter-ethnic and NGO issues in the local government but has a burning desire to protect the Ulchi Peoples, and their traditional way of life. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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Today's episode of the podcast originally aired on October 3rd 2020 with Ruth Kaviok (Inuit, Nunavut). I consider it a blessing to have met and worked with Ruth Kaviok at COP24 in Katowice, her giggles and unapologetic laughter gave our work and meetings a lot of positive energy. She is a former president of the National Inuit Youth Council when she joined us in Poland, and is currently assistant manager at Nunavut's hunters and trappers association. Something she really excels at is facial beauty and I also know that her life goal is to help the Inuit people, so there was enough food for thought to talk about. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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My friends, today's episode of the podcast is a conversation I had last week with Elisa Tripotin. She's a French student in international relations working on a paper on how the pandemic has impacted the participation of Indigenous Peoples in international discussions. I like this episode as it gave us an opportunity to immediately reflect on the 20th session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. You'll like it too as we discuss the internet during the pandemic; reach vs. engagement; how virtual can exacerbate inequality; what a good idea might be for the Permanent Forum to become stronger.
What are your thoughts on virtual diplomacy and advocacy, or more specific this year's session of the Permanent Forum? Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku. Want to talk to Elisa yourself? You can reach her through this link. Also a big shoutout to DOCIP for always bringing in amazing volunteers and interns.
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Podcast listeners, today's episode is Estebancio Castro-Diaz's segment of #HowToIndigenousNow. My brother, colleague and friend passed away on April 27th 2021. He was a modern indigenous leader, the future of Latin-American indigenous advocacy, and was about to take the big stage at the international level. I will miss him, and will always remember him for our bromance as he was my older brother in the movement and we participated in many processes together. Love you bro, always!
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Podcast, on today's episode I'm joined by Heather Whiteman Runs Him (Crow Apsaalooke Nation), Kenneth Deer (Kahnawake, Mohawk) and also Tuomas Aslak Juuso (Sami, Finland) comes back into the conversation. Hear us jam on the enhanced participation process of Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions to the UN General Assembly. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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My friends, I'm giving everything away. I listened to the interventions of Indigenous Peoples yesterday and most of them didn't include recommendations or got cut off at the 2 minute mark. I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to draft an effective intervention. I've listened and read hundreds of interventions over the years and developed a framework that can help you. Learn to start with why, reverse engineer, analyze and create SMART recommendations. Are you more a do-er than a listener? I got you. Join the always 100% FREE self paced course Project Access Online here and learn from indigenous experts like myself on understanding the UN system and more importantly....how to use it to your advantage. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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This episode is jam packed with media knowledge as the journalism and media savvy indigenous representatives Pirita Näkkäläjärvi (Sami, Finland) and Carson Kiburo (Endorois, Kenya) join me in discussing the key takeaways of the third day of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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On today's episode you'll get a brief recap of the UNPFII's discussion on the theme: Peace, justice and strong institutions, and the role of Indigenous Peoples in advancing SDG16, with some interesting contributions from States and Indigenous Peoples. Tuomas Aslak Juuso joins the conversation to share his thoughts, and his expectation for the agenda item on the follow-up to the World Conference on Indigenous Peoples outcome document. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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I recognize so many things in this retake of the talk with Atina that originally aired on September 30, 2020. She joined the show to talk about quite a number of things but it was very important to her, so she took the time to talk about the Naga political struggle. even though we have only 1 hour, I'm 100% cool with that as I saw that this was another golden opportunity for her to unpack the Naga history, in lieu of that I gave her important advice that I hope other Indigenous Peoples will also take on board. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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Aili Liimakka Laue is an Inuk from Greenland, Indigenous Peoples Rights Advocate, school teacher and a mother of four. She has a vision for Greenland that she's going to achieve through addressing the assimilation through the school system by creating indigenous immersion schools. To do this she went to Aotearoa-New Zealand and Hawaii to learn about indigenous culturally appropriate education. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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My friends, today I'm starting to upload the Gomaluku Live episodes onto the podcast. GML is a web series I started to answer questions of viewers with some amazing guests. This first episode originally aired on September 23, 2020, and as my guest I had none other than Yannick Ndoinyo of Traditional Ecosystems Survival Tanzania (TEST). I was his mentor at the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in 2014 have checked in from time to time throughout the years, so I thought it would be nice to yarn for an hour. Listen to his insights as we talk about him going into politics, community radio, decolonizing wildlife conservation, Tribal Link Foundation, going to business school in the Netherlands, and being effective at the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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From Aleksey with love! Tweet me your thoughts and takeaways. He belongs to the Karelian community in Northwest Russia and leads the Center for Support of Indigenous Peoples and Civic Diplomacy «Young Karelia», an NGO under special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council. A lifetime activist for the rights of indigenous peoples in Russia, and previously led the International Youth Association of Finno-Ugric Peoples and has served as an independent expert in several United Nations capacities. Since 2020, he serves as a Member of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. Addressing all mandated areas of the Permanent Forum, he is especially interested in language, culture and participation. He is a former Member of the United Nations Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and served as its Chairperson-Rapporteur through the critical time of this body’s mandate change. He also served on the Steering Committee for the 2019 International Year of Indigenous Languages and has commenced as a member of the Global Task Force for the International Decade of Indigenous Languages.
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How is the UN going to protect the biodiversity of the oceans? What's the vision, how to get there, and is it feasible? What's the role of Indigenous Peoples going to be? Clement Yow Mulalap and I are involved in this process, Yow on behalf of the Federated States of Micronesia for the PSIDS, and myself from the indigenous side. We took our political hats off and went live to answer these questions in this short conversation on Clubhouse. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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Today's episode is a conversation with Hunanatu "Huna" Matoke, the General Secretary of the Alifuru Council. Hailing from the Nuaulu tribe she was forced by the government to choose a faith, was not allowed to speak her indigenous language in school and saw a lot of adversities faced by Indigenous Peoples. This experience made her want to stand up for the rights. Now she works closely with the Alifuru chiefs (tua-tua adat) in their activities and by that she sees a decreased interest from them in protecting their rights and their lands. Hear her story, the work she does and the unforgiving reality she continues to face. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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My friends, on this episode we talk about applying indigenous diplomacies in the climate regime. Particularly at the UNFCCC's Conference of Parties. Listen to a conversation hosted by Tomo Harada, where Jocabed Solano (Kuna Yala) and myself unload stories and unpack our lessons learned from COP25, experiences in negotiations, practical advice for others, and more. We answer questions like What is UN? Why does it matter to Indigenous Peoples? What does it mean to participate? If you want more, listen to episode 055 to get you up to speed for COP26 in Glasgow. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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Today's episode is a Clubhouse recording of a conversation I had with Iniquilipi Chiari and Olo Villalaz, thye're the masterminds behind TV Indigena. A young medai group and already super popular in Abya Yala. This conversation is interesting for people that want to start broadcasting their indigenous stories but are still hesitating. We touched upon how fast it grew, the dedication of the team, their advice to starters, and the vision they have for TV Indigena. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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Helen works for the Forest Peoples Programme, based now in the UK, working primarily partnering with Indigenous Peoples’ and tribal peoples’ communities and organisations to secure collective rights to territories, lands and resources. She worked in Indigenous Peoples’ organisations in Southeast Asia and globally, for over ten years, and for the UN in the regional centre of the UN Development Programme in Bangkok. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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My friends, today's episode is a reminder for you. December 2019, as UNFCCC's COP25 went into double overtime and eventually kicked the Article 6 can further down the road I jumped on Facebook Live to assess the situation and share what we need to keep in mind for Glasgow. What happened in Madrid, what is Article 6, how will it impact Indigenous Peoples, and what can we do to fix it are just a few of the questions I'm going to answer. See this recap as a friendly refresh of our memories for the end of this year. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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Today's episode is a voice memo I recorded while driving to visit my family. I turned off my radio and started thinking out loud and came to some thoughts and conclusions. So I stopped the car at a gas station, switched on the voice recorder feature on my phone and started talking again. The topic of this episode is on the emergence of global entities that are meant to combine Indigenous Peoples' voices into one loud voice. The question is will it hurt or benefit Indigenous Peoples’ right to self-determination. Its a valid question when you see the direction the global political climate is moving towards. Let me know what you think, please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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Brandon Maka'awa'awa teaches about the history of "Native Hawaiians" and the journey of the Nation of Hawaii and shows ways how Indigenous Peoples can work together in the future. Tweet me your thoughts or takeaways. Brandon Maka’awa’awa is the Deputy Head of State of the Nation of Hawaii, the oldest Hawaiian Independence Organization in Hawaii. He assists Head of State Dennis Bumpy Kanahele in the day to day operations of the village of Pu’uhonua O Waimanalo, the Nation’s sovereign land base, home to 90 Hawaiian Nationals. Brandon also leads Nation of Hawaii’s delegation to the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, where he has given interventions over the past 3 years on Hawaiian National Sovereignty, peaceful coexistence, reconciliation, economic development and innovation. Brandon is also Vice-President of Na Po’e Kokua, a non-profit organization that advocates for the development of more affordable housing options for Hawaiians. Brandon advocates on behalf of Nation of Hawai’i at all levels of government on different issues impacting Hawaiians and their rights.
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As 300 bombs have been dropped in the Pacific, Brooke Takala fights for a nuclear-free Pacific region and hopes to see an army of people rise that will radiate love and hold the line for each other. Brooke is a loving mother, researcher and children’s book author. Tweet me your thoughts or takeaways.
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Leilani Cruz-Martinez Rania Ganser (Kānaka Maoli & Chamoru) stopped by to talk about the history and decolonization of Guåhan and the Pacific region.
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Nina Kantcheva Tushev is a Senior Policy Adviser on Indigenous Peoples and Local Community Engagement at the Nature for Development Programme at UNDP. Nina is also the co-founder of Tushevs Aerials, an initiative to democratize drone technology that includes design, building, data processing, and capacity building for Indigenous peoples, local communities, organizations and individuals to use drones towards environmental and humanitarian goals. Tweet me your thoughts or takeaways.
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Pavel and Rodion Sulyandziga (Udege, Russia), Elsa Stamatopoulou, Megan Davis (Cobble Cobble, Pacific), Carson Kiburo (Endorois, Africa), Raja Devasish Roy (Chakma, Asia), Laila Susanne Vars (Sámi, Arctic), Hindou Oumarou Ibrajim (Mbororo, Africa), Handaine Mohamed (Amazigh, Africa), Binota Moy Dhamai (Chakma, Asia) Mai Thin Yu Mon (Chin, Asia), Ghazali Ohorella (Alifuru, Pacific) and Tuomas Aslak Juuso (Sámi, Arctic) join the #HowToIndigenousNow roundtable dialogue hosted by Iniquilipi Chairi-Lombardo (Kuna, Latin America), and Tomo Harada (Researcher). Tweet us any thoughts and takeways @gomaluku
The Gomaluku podcast presents a special series in collaboration with Tuomas Aslak Juuso, DOCIP, Drumbeat Media and TV Indigena: "How To: Indigenous Governance and Diplomacy For The NOW", in this 8-episode series we offer perspectives and practical ideas from the leading Indigenous Peoples representatives and allies of the world to help guide Indigenous Peoples on how to go strong in their approaches on indigenous governance and diplomacy as we define the "new normal."
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Chat with Te Piha Niha, talking about his #JFDI30DayChallenge to kick off 2021 by improving mental, and physical health after a year loaded with adversity. He's also a contentcreator for Mahidogs, so we also caught up on content creation and how to use the internet and social media in 2021. Let me know what your goals are for 2021, tweet me @gomaluku
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Get ready for a 4 hour marathon, its a new format I'm trying out for the #HowToIndigenousNow series. This episode was originally streamed on my birthday December 11th, with 19 guests from the Pacific indigenous region. To celebrate my birthday, indigenous knowledge, the Pacific region, I brought in amazing people from Australia, Hawaii, Aotearoa NZ, Guam, FSM, Marshall Islands and elsewhere, each in a 10 minute on-on-one conversation with me answering one singular question: Where is indigenous knowledge going right now? Please tweet any thoughts or takeaways to @gomaluku.
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Sachem Hawk Storm (Schaghticoke First Nations) and Sara Yawanawá (Yawanawá) talk about COVID in the Amazon, the exciting things they're working on and the crazy story that got them to this point, personal attacks, judgement, love and more. Tweet me your thoughts or takeaways.
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Beaska and Aslat are very involved in Saami and international politics, activism, arts, and behind the amazing Supersapmi podcast. Tweet me your thoughts or takeaways.
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Raja Devasish Roy (Chakma, Bangladesh), Maina Talia (Tuvalu), Claire Charters (Ngāti Whakaue, Aotearoa), Rukka Sombolinggi (Torajan, Indonesia), Jocelyn Ting-Hui Hung Chien (Pinuyumayan, Taiwan), Hunanatu Matoke (Nuaulu, Maluku), Tuomas Aslak Juuso (Sámi, Finland), join the #HowToIndigenousNow roundtable dialogue hosted by Carson Kiburo (Endorois, Kenya), and Ghazali Ohorella (Alifuru, Maluku). Tweet any thoughts and takeaways to @gomaluku The Gomaluku podcast presents a special series in collaboration with Tuomas Aslak Juuso, DOCIP, Drumbeat Media and TV Indigena: "How To: Indigenous Governance and Diplomacy For The NOW", in this 8-episode series we offer perspectives and practical ideas from the leading Indigenous Peoples representatives and allies of the world to help guide Indigenous Peoples on how to go strong in their approaches on indigenous governance and diplomacy as we define the "new normal."
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Damon Corrie (Lokono Arawak) author of "Understanding Spirituality, Anomalous Phenomena as life lessons" and "The Amazon is Burning - The Flames of 21st Century Resistance Inspired by Indigenous Women", activist, ambassador, founder of Caribbean Amerindian Development Organization, Indigenous Democracy Defence Organization and family man. In deep dives I bring in a diverse range of guests to discuss almost every subject imaginable, the conversations are typically long, mostly touching the three hour mark. They're to inspire and empower Indigenous Peoples, because I believe long form conversations allow us to have real and in-depth exploration of something, yet do it in a very relaxed and digestible way. Let me know what you think. Tweet your thoughts and takeaways on @gomaluku
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Inga Anne Karen Sara is indigenous to the Sámi people.
In deep dives I bring in a diverse range of guests to discuss almost every subject imaginable, the conversations are typically long, mostly touching the three hour mark. They're to inspire and empower Indigenous Peoples, because I believe long form conversations allow us to have real and in-depth exploration of something, yet do it in a very relaxed and digestible way. Let me know what you think. Tweet your thoughts and takeaways on @gomaluku
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Dany Son is an indigenous youth representative to the United Nations for the Khmer Kampuchea-Krom Federation.
In deep dives I bring in a diverse range of guests to discuss almost every subject imaginable, the conversations are typically long, mostly touching the three hour mark. They're to inspire and empower Indigenous Peoples, because I believe long form conversations allow us to have real and in-depth exploration of something, yet do it in a very relaxed and digestible way. Let me know what you think. Tweet your thoughts and takeaways on @gomaluku
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Happy December 1st my friends, no doubt you're reflecting on 2020 as a year of trials and looking forward to 2021. I'd like to kick off the end of year sprint with a long-form talk. This episode is a conversation with Cvetka Poprask, we unpack our thoughts and challenge ourselves on literature, self-determination, perfectionism, and self-awareness. Enjoy! Let me know what you think, and hope the birds in the back didn't disturb you. Tweet me or leave a review. Tweet me @gomaluku.
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On today's episode you get to listen in on a roundtable chat with the who's who in the indigenous rights scene talking about the state of the international Indigenous Peoples movement, diplomacy, advocacy, governance, why they do what they do, and everything in between. Today's episode is joined by Pavel Sulyandziga (Udege, Russia), Aili Keskitalo (Sami, Arctic), Elsa Stamatopoulou, Andrea Carmen (Yaqui, North America), Carson Kiburo (Endorois, Africa), Kenneth Deer (Mohawk, North America), Dalee Sambo Dorough (Inuit, Arctic), and Tuomas Aslak Juuso (Sami, Arctic) join the roundtable dialogue co-hosted by Jocabed Solano (Kuna, Latin America). Tweet @gomaluku your takeaways or thoughts! Enjoy!
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Today's epside is a webinar I facilitated with Conservation International's Minnie Degawan on decolonizing conservation. I ask some questions to indigenous panelists and share some thoughts on how Indigenous Peoples perceive how conservation should be and how it can be achieved. This is so important if we really want to conserve ethically, and deploy respect, reciprocity, empathy and consent with the natural world. Enjoy! Keep an eye on https://www.conservation.org/ for future and regional webinars.
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On this episode we bring the final round of one-on-one conversations with indigenous leaders, as we flipped the format of the final 3 episodes to full roundtable conversations. Tomohiro Harada is my co-host and we get to talk about retirement, capacity building, individual or indigenous determined contributions, the status of the indigenous movement and more with Aili Kesitalo (President, Sami Parliament in Norway), Binota May Dhamai (Executive Council, Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact), Tarcila Rivera Zea (Continental Coordinator, The Continental Network Of Indigenous Women Of The Americas), Pavel Sulyandziga (President, International Indigenous Fund For Development and Solidarity “Batani”) and Frank Ettawageshik (Former Tribal Chairman, Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians). Please enjoy the episode.
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On today's episode you get to listen in to a dinner conversation Melanie Nielsen and I had in Geneva with Andrea Carmen (Yaqui Nation). Andrea is Executive Director of the International Indian Treaty Council and at the time of publishing this episode indigenous co-chair to the Facilitative Working Group of the Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples Platform. This dinner chat includes tactics and moments which we know will be valuable for anyone out there running an indigenous organization or representing one. Are you listening and have feedback for our community? Tweet me @gomaluku
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On today's episode I'm bringing you the 4th episode of the #HowToIndigenousNow saga, co-hosted by the lovely Jocelyn Ting-Hui Hung Chien. We pick the brains of indigenous leaders for insights, views, and ideas. For example: Our Aymara sister Hortencia Hidalgo talks about constitutional recognition, AMAN's secretary-general Rukka Sombolinggi makes a bold statement about COVID-19, Estebancio Castro-Diaz tells us what's wrong with the indigenous movement and how it can be fixed. Other guests are Tove Søvndahl Gant (Expert Member Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues), and Rune Fjellheim (Former Director General, Sámi Parliament of Norway).
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Podcast, I'm bringing you another episode today, this one is with none other than Kenneth Deer, Mohawk, Kahnawake. From my early days at the Working Group on Indigenous Populations I immediately saw that Kenneth is someone people gravitate towards for guidance and wisdom. Over the years I have had the opportunity to observe his style, learn and work with him.
For full transparency, I admit that I tried to channel him when I had to take on the role of facilitating Indigenous Peoples' activities at some United Nations processes. 13 years after the UN Declaration I thought it would be a good time for us to sit down and talk a bit....well mostly it was me picking his brain.
Please enjoy the episode let me know your takeaways, and don't forget to subscribe and share. Thank you so much!
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On today's episode we're bringing perspectives and practical ideas for Indigenous Peoples representatives in a special webinar series co-organized by Tuomas Aslak Juuso, Drumbeat Media, DOCIP and TV Indigena. It presents a wide variety of the world's leading Indigenous Peoples representatives and allies. Please enjoy, review and let me know what you think, tweet me @gomaluku #HowToIndigenousNow. Go to linktr.ee/gomaluku to sign up for the final episode.
I was joined by:
- Les Malezer / Chairperson of FAIRA Aboriginal Corporation & Former member UNPFII
- Hunanatu Matoke / Secretary General Saniri Alifuru
- Rodion Sulyandziga / Director, Center for support of indigenous peoples of the North & Member EMRIP
- Mariam Whalet Aboubakrine / Temporary Committee on Enhanced Participation & Former Chair UNPFII
- Andrea Carmen / Executive Director International Indian Treaty Council
- Elsa Stamatopoulou / Director, Indigenous Peoples Rights Program, Columbia University
- Johnson Cerda / Director, DGM Global Executing Agency
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This episode is a brief catch up with my friend Maina Talia in Geneva. Before this talk we last saw each other in Funafuti where I was invited to be a panelist on indigenous rights of the workshop on climate-induced migration Toku Fenua, Toku Tofi (“My Island, My Birthright”). In this chat we talk about indigenous rights an that he wants Tuvalu to start looking more into. Enjoy the episode, and tweet me what you think @gomaluku and sign up for the #HowToIndigenousNow roundtable on Friday August 28, 6PM Sydney time > linkt.ree/gomaluku
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Podcast, my special guest for this episode is Esra Mandosir. He's a young activist from West-Papua, we sat down during the EMRIP of 2019 as he's working hard to make a serious impact for his Peoples following the footsteps of Leonard Imbiri and the late Viktor Kaisiepo. Really interesting episode as we talk about the political movement in West-Papua, how he interned for the United Nations, how people should use the UN system, and more. Please check out my other social channels for more content. Enjoy the rest of your Sunday and please tweet/IG me @gomaluku if you're listening.
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Today's episode is #2 of the special series "How To: Indigenous Governance and Diplomacy for the NOW". This series is all about bringing perspectives and practical ideas for Indigenous Peoples representatives. Co-organized by Tuomas Aslak Juuso, Drumbeat Media, DOCIP and TV Indigena we're bringing in a wide variety of the world's leading Indigenous Peoples representatives and allies. Please enjoy, review and let me know what you think, tweet me @gomaluku #HowToIndigenousNow. Go to linktr.ee/gomaluku to sign up for the next episode!
Ghazali was joined by:
- Jocelyn Ting-Hui Hung Chien / Association for Taiwan Indigenous Peoples' Policies & Former Co-chair Global Indigenous Youth Caucus
- Dr. Claire Charters / Assistant Professor University of Auckland Law School & Former adviser to the President of the General Assembly
- Chandra Roy-Henriksen / Chief Secretariat Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
- Kenneth Deer / Haudenosaunee external relations committee
- Tania Pariona / Representative Congress of Peru & Former Co-chair Co-chair Global Indigenous Youth Caucus
- Graeme Reed / Co-chair International Indigenous Peoples Forum on Climate Change & Senior Advisor Assembly of First Nations
- Dalee Sambo Dorough / International Chair Inuit Circumpolar Council
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Today's episode is an interview that I did in July 2019 with indigenous TV from Taiwan, where I update their viewers on the enhanced participation process of Indigenous Peoples governments at the United Nations General Assembly. Tweet me! @gomaluku.
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Today's episode is an explanation that I gave earlier this year on Facebook Live where I explained the enhanced participation process of Indigenous Peoples' governments at the UN General Assembly and how Indigenous Peoples gathered in Quito Ecuador to develop a roadmap for this process. Subscribe and let me know what you think. Tweet me! @gomaluku
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What's good podcast listeners, today's episode is a deep look into the mind, world and dark moments of my dear friend Jocelyn Ting-Hui Hung Chien.
I always laugh and have a lot of fun catching up with Jocelyn, she has been going to the UN for over a decade now, you'd think she has hours of speeches recorded by now. She hasn't....at least not as a representative of the Indigenous Peoples of Taiwan.
She's from Taiwan fighting for the rights of her people. But everyone is so damn scared of the potential ramifications a 3-minute speech from Jocelyn they won't allow her to speak in a public setting. She didn't stop after the first setback...no...she kept on going for 10+ years.
Tweet me your biggest takeaway, or your review @gomaluku and don't forget to join us Friday July 31st for How To: Indigenous Governance And Diplomacy For The NOW! Sign up here: linktr.ee/gomaluku
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Today's episode is #1 of the special series "How To: Indigenous Governance and Diplomacy for the NOW". This series is all about bringing perspectives and practical ideas for Indigenous Peoples representatives. Co-organized by Tuomas Aslak Juuso, Drumbeat Media, DOCIP and TV Indigena we're bringing in a wide variety of the world's leading Indigenous Peoples representatives and allies. Please enjoy, review and let me know what you think, tweet me @gomaluku #HowToIndigenousNow. Go to linktr.ee/gomaluku to sign up for the next episode!
Guests in order of appearance:
- Tuomas Aslak Juuso / President of the Sami Parliament in FInland
- Carson Kiburo / Co-chair Global Indigenous Youth Caucus
- Prof. Megan Davis / UNEMRIP member & Pro-Vice-Chancellor Indigenous UNSW
- Mai Thin Yu Mon / Program Director, Indigenous Peoples Development Program, Chin Human Rights Organization
- Raja Devasish Roy / Hereditary chief of the Chakmas and former UNPFII member
- Jose Francisco Cali Tzay / UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and former member of the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD)
- Laila Susanne Vars / Chair UNEMRIP and President of the Sami University
- Chief Wilton Littlechild / International Chief of treaties 6, 7 and 8, and former UNPFII and UNEMRIP member.
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I sat down with my bro Atama, he's a Dayak raptivist from Malaysia giving a voice to the struggles of his community and Indigenous Peoples worldwide through his advocacy and music.
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Tea time episode #2 was with Kenneth Deer (Mohawk), Charm Skinner (Maori), Jocabed Solano (Kuna Yala), we talked about COVID-19 impacts on human rights and rule of law, the governments responses to the virus that have a negative impact on our security and human and indigenous rights, and about traditional knowledge.
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Tuomas Aslak Juuso is a very good friend of mine, a guy with political aspirations for his indigenous Sámi people, he's a reindeer herder that joined the international Indigenous Peoples movement through the indigenous youth caucus and accumulated experience both domestically and abroad that led to his election as President of the Sámi Parliament in Finland a couple of months ago. Here's an insight into his thoughts, beliefs, and experiences.
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If you're an emerging or learning indigenous leader this one is for you. I got you on the first thing to do in a leadership position, on staying in line with what Indigenous Peoples globally think about a certain topic, and more. I'm starting with a curve ball though, my favorite pastrami places in NYC. If you have any additional thought or think I should try out your favorite pastrami place in NYC...drop me a line on social media! Link up with @gomaluku on Twitter, IG, or Tiktok.
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April 21st the Global Indigenous Youth Caucus celebrated its 14th anniversary, I was invited to their preparatory meeting for the 2019 Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues to talk a bit about the origin story of the indigenous youth movement that started at the Working Group on Indigenous Populations in the early 2000s. Thanks a heaps to Sachem Hawk Storm for recording the introductions and my words to the indigenous youth.
You'll also hear our Inuk sister Kelly Fraser, a talented artist who passed on to the spirit world on December 24th last year. She may not be amongst us in this dimension, but her music still is. Listen to Kelly Fraser's single "Fight for the Rights".
Love to the GIYC, Kelly Fraser and everyone else from the indigenous youth movement past and present.
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Here's one value packed episode for you to listen to: CCCCC's Carlos Fuller from Belize, UNESCO's Nigel Crawhall and myself were on a panel at COP25 to talk about “Incorporating Traditional and Local Knowledge and Technologies into Climate Change Adaptation policies and practices in African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) regions”. We talked about the importance of the knowledge of Indigenous Peoples, deploying rights, and patience.
The side event was hosted by te Intra-ACP Global Climate change Alliance+ (GCCA+) Programme (https://intraacpgccaplus.org/), in collaboration with EUROCLIMA (http://euroclimaplus.org).
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Another episode of the Q&A, in this one I talk about:
- What we could have done differently after the World Conference on Indigenous Peoples
- Whether I'm indigenous to Holland or not
- Being the guy the guy counts on in stead of being the guy
- What I do that others can do too that requires ZERO talent
I appreciate the questions, it would mean the world to me if you subscribed, and shared the podcast. And hey, keep sending in your questions through twitter @gomaluku.
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Episode 4 coming at you, live in quarantine brings enough time to reflect and reminisce. In this episode I try to explain about what my superpowers are, what books I would recommend people to read, and other stuff. Keep sending your questions to @gomaluku I'm having a blast answering them and hope that it guides you a bit in your advocacy work for the rights of Indigenous Peoples.
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What's up fam. I started a week long series on Facebook and Youtube Live to talk about the impacts of COVID-19 with Indigenous Peoples, now there are many conversations ongoing already but haven't come across a real global conversation yet. So, in the first episode I sat down with Johnson Cerda (Kichwa), Rochelle Diver (Ojibwe), Rebecka Forsgren (Saami), Victor Carmen Lopez (Yaqui), Sachem Hawk Storm (Schaghticoke) and Paulo Lugon (Lawyer & HRC expert) and others to talk about the impacts of COVID-19 on the international agenda of Indigenous Peoples including UN processes.
I appreciate your feedback, I truly value it. Hit me up @gomaluku on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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Here's episode #3 of the Q&A as I'm mixing up questions that I asked to my network over the past years as well as questions that you asked me recently. Continue sending me your questions I love answering them, I'm on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok as @gomaluku or just post something on my Facebook page.
Hope you enjoy this new episode!
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Estebancio is a good friend - I visited his community in 2010 - is one of the experts from Latin-America when it comes to the rights of Indigenous Peoples in biodiversity and climate change, he's been around for years and is currently a representative for his region for the Local Communties and Indigenous Peoples Platform on traditional knowledge under the UNFCCC. He loves sports too, when we both were living in New York for 6 months leading up to the WCIP2014 we caught a lot of sport events after work, we have been on many adventures together and I hope that we get to experience many more. If you have any thoughts or questions send a tweet to @gomaluku. Have a great day!
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Bringing to you episode 2 of the Q&A as I'm mixing up questions that I asked to my network over the past years as well as questions that people ask me. I did my best to be clear whilst answering the questions, so I hope you find value in it.
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What's good podcast listeners, after I came back from Monaco I went straight into quarantine for 2 weeks and have been inside most of the time.
I thought it would be good to make use of the time I have now - all UN meetings have been postponed until further notice - and answer some questions. Some I asked myself to others through my Facebook account, others were directed at me through social media accounts.
I have taken stock of almost 40 questions so in episode 1nof the Q&A whilst in quarantine I answered 4 of them, I really hope you find value in this episode.
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This episode is from last September in Costa Rica. I was invited to a workshop on human rights and climate change that was organized and held in the weekend prior to the PreCOP. This episode contains a golden lessons I've learned in the past, which is to always check how you can be of value for the audience and adapt your presentation accordingly. Even if it means that you have to abandon your prepared presentation 5 minutes before you start. In essence a presentation means to be of service to those that are taking the time to listen to you, better make it worth their while. I believe this talk gives you entry-level information in a condensed form on what to aim for at COP25 - as it will start in a few hours - in terms of influencing NDCs and decision-making processes. Myself and the indigenous caucus will work hard the next two weeks, and do our best to be good ancestors. I appreciate your thoughts, let me know what you think on Twitter, Linkedin, Facebook or Instagram. BTW, the organizers of the event also did a video registration of the side-event so, if you're a visual person, please go to my Youtube page.
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Before I begin. The next 2 weeks I could sure use your help in raising awareness on indigenous rights in climate action. If you have any ideas or questions please drop me a line @gomaluku on Twitter, Tiktok, Instagram and Medium, or FB.com/gohorella. Back to the episode. This and the next set of episodes will probably be focused on Human Rights and Indigenous Peoples rights in climate action as the 25th session of the UNFCCC Conference of Parties - or COP25 - is about to start in Madrid. For context a brief throwback to COP24 in Katowice where we did an "action" at the entrance of the negotiations zone raising awareness for safeguards in Article 6. I could type out the the background of it but thought it would be much better to include it in the episode so you'll get a longer introduction than you are used to. The action is moderated by India Logan Riley (still waiting to get her on the podcast) and Michael Charles (listen to the previous episode) and a number of indigenous representatives from all over the world passed the mic and shared their thoughts. We start with Juan Carlos Jintiach my co-chair back then and you'll hear me at the very end of it. Listen to the amazing contributions of my indigenous relations.
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In this episode of the podcast we’re getting tactical on issues that are critical for the upcoming COP25. In a conversation with Michael Charles during the late hours of SB50, we dive into what successful negotiators should share for free, why relationships are critical and how the indigenous caucus can improve. Michael is Diné/Navajo, young and on the fast track on becoming a serious asset for Indigenous Peoples. For example: In Madrid he will be the head of an indigenous delegation for @SustainUS. You'll hear us care about rugby, rights, and reflection, in almost 2 hours of content, so I have a funny feeling you will find a huge amount of value in this episode, tweet me @gomaluku and @_michaelcharles if you do.
Timestamps
[00:14:23] We play rugby!
[00:29:07] Our mutual friend: India Logan Riley
[00:33:53] Working so that people back home can have a hope and dream too.
[00:41:03] The Indigenous Caucus should improve this!
[00:55:43] What other people can learn from us in COPs
[00:59:53] Find your niche in the climate arena and scratch it.
[01:00:58] Michael focuses on corporate accountability.
[01:11:43] What's your lens: A zoom lens or a wide angle?
[01:17:23] Tried and true tips in negotiations
[01:30:13] How Michael prepares as a delegation leader.
[01:35:48] The youth carried the caucus in Katowice
[01:41:44] How to take care of yourself at COPs
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I think this will be one of the final podcasts regarding the process leading up to the Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples Platform under the UNFCCC. That Saturday in December 3 years of hard work finally came to an end. Well, phase 1 came to an end. I thought back to that day over a 100 times, every time I think back I end up saying "I love this work so much". Katowice was a disappointment for a lot of people, media covered everything except the adoption of the Platform. So, I decided to upload the full audio recording of that segment - boy did it gave me goosebumps again.
In a few weeks COP25 will be held in Madrid where we hopefully reach another milestone: Adoption of the LCIP Facilitative Working Group's Workplan and a Paris Rulebook with human rights safeguards. It will be a very intense two weeks for us, intense as COP24 but in a different way. Tweet or DM me @gomaluku your thoughts for COP25 or climate change.
Timestamps:
[00:02:11] Ghazali Ohorella: "Today is a historical day for Indigenous Peoples"
[00:13:45] Elder Francois Paulette: "Indigenous Peoples are here to help you"
[00:16:09] Te Ara Whatu: Waiata “He Kakano Ahau”
[00:18:50] Remarks by Norway
[00:20:18] Remarks by Ecuador
[00:22:19] Remarks by China
[00:27:02] Remarks by Mexico
[00:29:06] Remarks by Bolivia
[00:32:42] Budget implications of LCIP
[00:39:10] Remarks by Canada
[00:41:07] Remarks by Australia
[00:42:32] Remarks by New Zealand
[00:44:15] Remarks by European Union
[00:46:33] Remarks by United States
[00:47:04] Remarks by Costa Rica
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This is a conversation with Johnson Cerda. I met Johnson in 2015 at COP21 in Paris became good friends and worked with him on climate issues ever since. He’s considered by many as the indigenous legal expert for Latin America when it comes to climate negotiations, he is very observant, critical and self aware.
Johnson has many interesting hats on, one fo which i being the host of "Good Morning Johnson" on https://www.facebook.com/limoncocha where he interviews indigenous reps in environment related meetings, his videos are both informative, entertaining, short and sweet.
For Spanish content check out his blog http://johnsonamazonia.blogspot.com/.
He documents a lot of his work, so definitely a person you want to follow. I hope you enjoy the podcast and connect with @jcerdalimon on Twitter.
Timestamps:
[00:07:09] My community is why I’m engaged in this process
[00:14:17] “Who do you represent?” Johnson dealing with frustrating people.
[00:24:01] Mentoring indigenous representatives is what we need to do.
[00:30:22] Johnson has a popular FB show, his brother still doesn’t know what he does.
[00:39:42] Balancing his work for the community, Conservation International, and the family.
[00:45:31] Johnson’s legacy: His son Joel Cerda
[00:48:18] The biggest lesson Johnson learned in international processes
[00:52:40] “Don’t cry if I die, because I have achieved what I wanted to achieve”
[00:56:20] Coming into this arena as a victim is a mistake
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What up podcast listeners, this is another one from the 42nd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. Tuomas Aslak Juuso, Binota Moy Dhamai and I kicked off the Facebook Live Q&A with a debrief on the Human Rights and Indigenous Peoples resolution that was on the table last September, and throughout the session we answered questions that you sent in through FB.com/gohorella and @gomaluku on Twitter and Instagram. Keep sending questions so me and my indigenous relations can answer them.
Timestamps:
[00:03:45] Human Rights Council Resolution on Indigenous Peoples
[00:05:15] What is the Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, and how does it help us?
[00:11:48] Are the Saami the only Indigenous Peoples in Europe?
[00:13:15] What modern country has the best relationship with Indigenous Peoples?
[00:18:49] How you can better understand the UN Human Rights mechanisms
[00:20:34] How to influence the negotiations on UN resolutions
[00:28:01] Levelling the diplomatic playing field: The enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples
[00:35:10] Treaties are important for the protection of our Rights
[00:38:30] 20 to 30 States participate in UN meetings on Indigenous Peoples.
[00:45:45] Its unthinkable now to not have Indigenous Peoples at the UN
[00:46:11] Why isn’t sovereignty in the UN Declaration?
[00:46:44] How can you help Indigenous Peoples?
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I've heard Aka Niviâna speak during the three day Global Landscapes Forum last May in Bonn, only met her at the final day and took my shot at asking her for the podcast. I didn't want this episode to start with a "OK, please share your poems" but was more interested in her personal story and her process. It's an inspiring conversation with a young woman that has so many talents with an almost equal amount of challenges that she had to face, did face head on, and boy did she overcome them. Give her a shout out on twitter @arcticasfck or drop a message on fb.com/talesofthearctic/ definitely keep an eye on her she's a force to be reckoned with.
Timestamps:
[00:05:14] Here's a microphone, get on stage!
[00:11:06] A poets writing process
[00:22:10] Writing a speech that's close to you
[00:26:13] Aka's advice: "I want to feel the person"
[00:30:49] Can we navigate the UN with stories?
[00:39:34] Women can't do it? Watch me!
[00:43:38] Dealing with racism and sexim in Denmark
[00:50:05] How Denmark is treating the Inuit
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I’ve thought long and hard about whether or not to publish this. Everything that I’ve shared, and am about to share is part of my quest to document my personal process and the indigenous process - in the case of the next podcast the indigenous process under the UNFCCC.
So I decided to share this particular podcast because its part of the process, and hit me emotionally.
You’ve heard the previous podcast where I explained Indigenous Peoples right to participate in decision making, which was during the multi stakeholder dialogue, the 1st activity of the Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples Platform.
After that dialogue we went into negotiations, what we call informal-informals, and that’s where all of the sudden proposals were included in the negotiating text that would undermine the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, our minimum standard.
The platform negotiations were already delayed and we feared that not only we wouldn’t have a platform, but that the proposals would also set a dangerous precedent for the rights of indigenous peoples across the UN and beyond.
So I was asked to say something on behalf of Indigenous Peoples.
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This presentation was recorded at the UNFCCC in Bonn at the first activity of the Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples Platform I was asked to explain at a dialogue how the "rights based approach" applies for Indigenous Peoples in the exchange of traditional knowledge and influencing climate action and policies.
Its a clip from May 2018, but is very current as it contains provisions of international law that establish Indigenous Peoples' right to participate in decision making.
Its a good resource for when you start engaging in policies as an indigenous representative, or when you form policies as an organization that affect Indigenous Peoples.
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On September 13th I had a great conversation with Binota Moy Dhamai and Tuomas Aslak Juuso on the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. 12 years ago that day the Declaration was adopted by the UN General Assembly, so we decided to pause or work in Geneva sit down and share some thoughts about the progress made at the international level. Hope you find value in this episode and let me know what you think @gomaluku
Timestamps
[00:04:55] Bringing the UNDRIP to life
[00:09:15] Self-determination and political movements versus projects
[00:22:08] We have the responsibility to educate others about the Declaration
[00:28:05] National action plans need national State-IP dialogues
[00:35:40] We didn’t get the UN high level official we wanted
[00:38:59] How to encounter different interpretations of the UNDRIP
[00:42:50] The state and direction of the indigenous movement
[00:47:35] We need to distribute the leadership
[00:52:54] Be careful about SDGs and traditional knowledge
[00:57:48] We are lacking in transparency and information sharing
[01:00:37] How the SDGs are hindering Indigenous Peoples
[01:11:51] The Alta Outcome Document & SWAP
[01:18:20] Inter-Agency Support Group is too isolated
[01:24:45] We are mastering the UN, how do we enhance our participation?
[01:37:40] We need to stop toxicity in the movement
[01:42:01] Final thoughts and things we are looking forward to
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April 2019 I did this interview on Radio Kingston with Sachem Hawk Storm, and it was so much fun! We went deep into the forced relocation of Maluku natives to Holland, what it takes to fight for the rights of Indigenous Peoples and some other interesting topics, like climate change, relationships, leadership, and our journeys. Please listen, and tweet or DM me what you thought @gomaluku!
Timestamps
[00:08:30] - I’m not a lawyer so you don’t have to be
[00:10:48] - How the Dutch government screwed us
[00:16:44] - Finding out I’m on a blacklist
[00:18:10] - We are all leaders
[00:19:24] - Climate change is not near, its here
[00:23:55] - We need to create a relationship
[00:29:00] - Bring back the balance
[00:31:00] - A tree and a BMW
[00:35:43] - Love being a human being
[00:43:36] - We all have the responsibility
[00:46:46] - Numbers are the religion of the world
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Last May in Bonn I sat down for a chat and drinks with Tomohiro Harada, a researcher who quickly became a trusted companion of Indigenous Peoples during the Bonn and Katowice climate change conferences in 2018. We talked about the growing pains of the Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples Platform I think there's a lot of value in this for you. Tweet your thoughts @gomaluku!
TIMESTAMPS
[00:08:55] - Being of value to the indigenous caucus
[00:18:14] - Challenges of being the lead negotiator
[00:28:30] - Overcoming the impasse through context
[00:44:10] - Stories of past and potential
[00:58:46] - Connecting with the islands and desires
[01:15:05] - The potential of the Platform
[01:20:45] - How “Tomo” grew and became our friend
[01:45:20] - The struggles of a researcher
[02:02:50] - What’s next for me after the Platform
[02:09:25] - How we push the boundaries
[02:16:01] - The Platform was a team effort
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Super excited to launch my podcast today, a buffet of knowledge for me and others to enjoy. A couple weeks ago I flew once again to Geneva for the UN Human Rights Council, while the plane was delayed twice I started to reflect on the past, and thought about the road ahead. I went deep on this brain dump. So, I’m kicking off the podcast with a love story called The Airplane Project.
Timestamps:
[00:29:00] - Vision and Passion
[00:35:35] - Failures and Self Awareness
[00:43:50] - Do The Work
[01:08:50] - Build Your Relationships
[01:26:30] - Judgement and Negativity
[01:32:25] - Why I Started
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