Global News on the topic of Indigenous Rights. In this issue, news from USA, Canada, Australia, South Africa, Namibia, Thailand, India, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala and Panama.
Produced by Dev Kumar Sunuwar (Sunuwar)
'Burn your village to the ground', by The Haluci Nation, used with permission.

Cultural Survival recently attended the Global Symposium on Cultural Sustainability at the University of Leeds, where we had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Sona Wangmo. Dr. Wangmo is a respected scholar whose research interests include the transformation and urbanization of rural areas in China, as well as pastoral resettlement and tourism development in Eastern Tibet. Our conversation focused on the growing intersection between tradition and modernity, particularly the increasing technological engagement among Tibetan monks. Dr.

Dr. Kikee Doma Bhutia, a distinguished scholar holding a Ph.D. in Folklore, recently participated in the Global Symposium on Cultural Sustainability hosted by the University of Leeds. During the event, we had the opportunity to engage in a thoughtful conversation with her about the young people of Sikkim, her home state in northeastern India. Drawing on her extensive academic background and deep cultural insight, Dr. Bhutia offered valuable perspectives and words of encouragement for the youth of Sikkim.

The Cultural Survival Bazaars are a series of cultural festivals, organized by Indigenous Peoples’ rights organization Cultural Survival, that provide Indigenous artists and artisans, cooperatives, and their representatives from around the world the chance to sell their work directly to the public. Come and Shop Indigenous at our Bazaar in Newburyport Massachusetts, on the 19th and 20th of July 2025, and then again at Tiverton Four Corners, on July 25th, 26th and 27th, 2025. In this podcast we hear from Annawon Weeden, who will be attending the Bazaar this year.

Global News on the topic of Indigenous rights. In this edition, news from the U.S, Canada, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Kenya, Morocco, Nepal, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina, Peru, and Chile.

Indigenous communities face compounded challenges due to climate-induced displacement. Forced relocations not only disrupt their physical environment but also erode traditional governance structures, cultural practices, and spiritual beliefs, leading to significant mental health issues. The loss of ancestral lands and the erosion of cultural identity pose profound threats to the well-being and resilience of Indigenous peoples.On June 20th, 2025 let us stand in solidarity with all those who had to flee from their homes to seek safety and shelter.
Produced by Shaldon Ferris (Khoi/San)

In this interview, Dev Kumar Sunuwar of Cultural Survival speaks with Mohammed Rofique, a member of the Rohingya community, who shares the powerful story of how his family was forced to flee their homeland in Myanmar. Rofique recounts the difficult and dangerous journey they undertook, crossing rugged terrain, dense forests, and treacherous paths in search of safety. Facing violence, uncertainty, and exhaustion, his family ultimately reached the border of Bangladesh, where they sought refuge.

Global News on the topic of Indigenous rights. In this edition, news from the U.S, Canada, Kenya, Algeria, Japan, Malaysia, Guatemala, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, Panama, and Mexico.
Produced by Dev Kumar Sunuwar (Sunuwar)
Music "Burn your village to the ground, by The Haluci Nation, used with permission.

The International Day for Biological Diversity, observed annually on May 22, is a United Nations-sanctioned observance dedicated to raising awareness of biodiversity issues worldwide. In this special radio program, we hear how important Indigenous Peoples are to Mother Earth's biological diversity.
Produced by Shaldon Ferris (Khoi/San)
Music "Kame" by Sotz'il, used with permission
"Burn your village to the ground" , by The Haluci Nation, used with permission.

The Secretariat of the Permanent Forum (SPFII) and the Department of Global Communications (DGC), in partnership with Cultural Survival, is organizing an Indigenous Media Zone during the 24th session of the Permanent Forum in 2025. This will allow Indigenous media, journalists and platforms an opportunity to report on the session through Indigenous worldviews, perspectives and languages. Cultural Survival interviewed some of the delegates at the Permanent Forum in New York.
Music 'Libres Y Vivas' by Mare Advertencia, used with permission.