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Passing down traditional knowledge of local herbs in Thailand ArticlePASDThailandTraditional and local knowledge
17.06.26

Passing down traditional knowledge of local herbs in Thailand

The community of Ban Mae Lan Kham, Samoeng District, Chiang Mai Province, continues to sustainably manage its forests and natural resources, passing on traditional knowledge to younger generations. This is especially true regarding the use of local herbs, which play a crucial role in maintaining…
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Rotational Farming – a cultural practice of the Pga K’ynau people in Thailand ArticleAsiaPASDSustainable livelihoodsThailandTraditional and local knowledge
17.06.26

Rotational Farming – a cultural practice of the Pga K’ynau people in Thailand

Rotational farming is a cultural practice and traditional wisdom in the livelihood of the Pga K'nyau people. The diversity within rotational fields reflects the fertility of the land, as it involves growing multiple crops simultaneously in the same area, including rice, chillies, pumpkins, melons, sesame,…
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The Secret Raw – Documentary series on the roots of Indigenous Food in Thailand PASDSustainable livelihoodsThailandTraditional and local knowledgeVideo
17.06.26

The Secret Raw – Documentary series on the roots of Indigenous Food in Thailand

The Secret Raw is a collection of food documentaries that share stories from various Indigenous communities in Thailand. It explores their knowledge of managing food and natural resources, revealing the secrets hidden within their traditions. Episode 1: Seeds of Hope: 'Na Tae Ka' - A…
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Guardians of the Forest: How Indigenous Youth and Elders Unite to Protect Biodiversity AIPPArticleAsiaCommunity-led conservationThailandTraditional and local knowledge
16.06.26

Guardians of the Forest: How Indigenous Youth and Elders Unite to Protect Biodiversity

When we protect the variety of life on Earth, we protect our own future. In the mountains of Northern Thailand, an Indigenous village named Huay Hin Lad Nai is showing the world how to do this right. For over four generations, this community has looked…
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Forest Hospital: The Roots of Healing from the Community of Huai Chomphu, Thailand AsiaIMPECTThailandTraditional and local knowledgeVideo
09.06.26

Forest Hospital: The Roots of Healing from the Community of Huai Chomphu, Thailand

This is the story of wisdom that ‘preserves the forest and cares for the people’. The story of the Huai Chomphu community, and the journey of herbs… from the community forest to the hands of a new generation.Amidst the lush forests that surround a small…
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The Home of Every Heart – Experiencing village life through Homestays in Chiang Rai Province AsiaIMPECTThailandTraditional and local knowledgeVideo
09.06.26

The Home of Every Heart – Experiencing village life through Homestays in Chiang Rai Province

🎥 Watch the full video clip: The story of Ban Pa Kia is another reflection of the power rooted in foundations, built by the community with their own hands.‘At that time, we thought, who would come to photograph our house? The pots were old, the…
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Indigenous knowledge transmission on beekeeping in Kenya AfricaCIPDPKenyaTraditional and local knowledgeVideo
09.06.26

Indigenous knowledge transmission on beekeeping in Kenya

How do Indigenous communities harvest honey without harming bees or the environment? During Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Chepkitale, elders demonstrated to the younger generation how to make fire and harvest honey. The Ogiek Indigenous community of Mt.Elgon are historically a hunter-gatherer and livestock keeping community.…
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Malaysia Baseline Study: Indigenous Land Rights and Biodiversity Stewardship AsiaBiodiversity monitoringCountryLand and resource rightsMalaysiaPACOSPartnersRegionReportThemesTraditional and local knowledgeType
28.05.26

Malaysia Baseline Study: Indigenous Land Rights and Biodiversity Stewardship

This baseline study assesses the "enabling conditions" for Indigenous Peoples' rights in Malaysia, with a specific focus on the State of Sabah. Conducted as part of the Transformative Pathways project, the report analyzes the extent to which current legal and policy frameworks recognize, protect, or…
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Transformative Pathways Annual Meeting in Ayacucho, Peru AIPPArticleBiodiversity monitoringCHIRAPAQCIPDPFPPGTANWIINIMPECTLMPACOSPASDPeruPIKPThe AmericasTraditional and local knowledgeUncategorisedUNEP-WCMC
19.03.26

Transformative Pathways Annual Meeting in Ayacucho, Peru

Between 11 and 15 February 2026, members from 12 of the 13 partner organisations of the Transformative Pathways project met in Ayacucho, Peru to share experiences, build solidarity and to work together to strengthen Indigenous Peoples’ work to conserve and sustainably use biodiversity. Hosted by the CHIRAPAQ - Centre for Indigenous Cultures in Peru, the meeting began…
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