Perspectives from the Horn and East Africa
Indigenous women confronting climate catastrophe and armed violence have vital strategies to offer. The have organized for the inclusion of Indigenous customs, traditions, and legal systems in national and international governance, centering their profound expertise as stewards of lands, territories, and resources.
Join our event featuring Indigenous women leaders from Kenya, Tanzania, and Sudan as they discuss how to put climate and gender justice into action. They will speak about Indigenous land rights, the recognition of Indigenous identities in their contexts, and how to rely on Indigenous knowledge to confront armed violence.
WHEN: Monday, April 21, 2025, 13:15 – 14:30
WHERE: Conference room F, UN Headquarters
Attendees need a UN ground pass to access the building.
This event is co-organized by MADRE, Indigenous Information Network, and RLS-NYC.
