Coverage of tribal natural resources is supported in part by Catena FoundationThe University of Arizona is hosting the first-ever U.S. Indigenous Data Sovereignty and Governance Summit in Tucson.
A new project fueled by a nearly $500,000 grant from The Rockefeller Foundation’s Climate Exploration Fund aims to breathe new life into tribal communities' food systems and bring recognition for Indigenous agricultural contributions.
Organizers expect up to 1,500 people to attend the Nov. 1 event at Centennial Hall. University speakers will share their expertise on climate change, space science, dance, film and more.
Stephanie Russo Carroll, associate director of the Native Nations Institute, has focused her career on encouraging institutions to adopt policies and practices that recognize Indigenous Peoples' right to control data about their communities, lands and cultures.
The University of New Mexico is participating in International Open Access Week (October 24 – 30). International Open Access week celebrates the benefits of free, immediate, online access to scholarly research, and the right to use and re-use materials.