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Rematriation and Environmental Justice

The environmental justice aspect of land-back and rematriation is closely tied to the Indigenous peoples’ historical and contemporary role as stewards of the land. Indigenous-centered land stewardship practices emphasize sustainability, ecological conservation, and biodiversity preservation. The deep knowledge that Indigenous communities possess about their environments positions them as key contributors to addressing pressing environmental challenges. Indigenous land stewardship is often rooted in a profound understanding … Continue reading Rematriation and Environmental Justice

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For Partners and Allies in Rematriation

Collaborative partnerships between Indigenous communities, non-Indigenous allies, and governmental or non-governmental organizations are important for advancing the land-back and rematriation movements. These partnerships can offer a framework for shared responsibilities, resources, and expertise, contributing to the success and sustainability of land-return initiatives in several ways. Collaborative partnerships can enable the pooling of resources, both financial and technical. Non-Indigenous allies and organizations can provide funding, legal … Continue reading For Partners and Allies in Rematriation

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Our Homelands & Our Healing

The land-back and rematriation movements go beyond the physical return of territory; they carry immeasurable implications for healing, reconciliation, and the restoration of NIpmuc community’s cultural identity. Returning land to Indigenous peoples can be a complex process that addresses historical trauma, revitalizes traditional knowledge, and fosters a sense of empowerment and autonomy for the people. Land is central to our cultural identity as Nipmuc people. … Continue reading Our Homelands & Our Healing

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Land-Back

Land-Back – An Historical Context Land-back is the act of returning land to Indigenous peoples. Returning land can be by direct gift, purchase, or any other form of giving the land title to the original people that occupied the space. Land-back returns physical and political control to the original peoples. It also provides the opportunity to educate the public about tribal stewardship based on traditional … Continue reading Land-Back

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Cedar Swamps & Westboro

I had the opportunity to visit a couple of cedar swamps in Westborough, MA last fall. The weather was warm though and the ground soaking wet so I didn’t get as close as I would have liked. Both cedar swamps are well known and cared for by the town. Here is a link to the South Cedar Swamp trail guide – https://westboroughcharm.org/guide/maps/CedarSwampExplorationGuide.pdf and some photos … Continue reading Cedar Swamps & Westboro

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