In this Sunuwar language podcast, Inclusive Media Foundation, Newa FM, and Likhu FM take a look at how the Indigenous Peoples of Nepal struggle to maintain ownership of their ancestral lands since the construction of Hydropower plants in their ancestral areas is the cause of much anguish.
"Burn your village to the ground", by The Halluci Nation, used with permission.
In this series of podcasts,Inclusive Media Foundation, Newa FM and Likhu FM takes a look at how the Indigenous Peoples of Nepal struggle to maintain ownership of their ancestral lands, in areas where there are rivers like the Likhu River.
"Burn your village to the ground", by The Halluci Nation, used with permission.
Indigenous Peoples play a crucial role in the conservation of the environment and ecosystems, as their survival very much depends on water, land, and natural resources. Indigenous Peoples are often called the custodians or stewards of the Earth. It is estimated that 25 percent of the earth's land surface is occupied, owned, and managed by Indigenous Peoples. This is no coincidence as Indigenous cultures are rooted in relationships with lands and territories.