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Opinion Editorial: Almost the Same As Us

April 1, 2024: Is the word "almost" the leading cause of war?

Flashback: our opinion editorial for April, 2023.

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Stem - Ik ≠ Mars x Est Q.E.D.

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics will get us to Mars. Without Indigenous Knowledge, we will not stay there.

Karo Batak People
The Karo Batak People

April 8, 2024: Our revised photo-ethnographic essay about the indigenous Karo Batak of Sumatra, Indonesia.

2023 Annual Report
2023 Annual Report

February 13, 2024: Our 2023 Annual Report.

Indigenous Peoples Documentary: The Last Kazakh Nomads of Mongolia

Among the last of the world's nomadic people, the Kazakh endure the harshest climate on Earth as they tenaciously preserve their culture. This documentary offers a fascinating glimpse inside that culture. Learn how a boy's coming-of-age is marked by his first haircut. Hear about Mongolia's first, legendary eagle huntress who is only now being honored. Spend a day with Kazakh eagle hunters. And witness how this ancient, rich lifestyle is slowly changing. Click or tap the image below to watch it on our YouTube channel in HD (1280x720p), High Dynamic Range at 24 fps. Notes for teachers are also available.

Last Kazakh Nomads of Mongolia documentary

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Documentary Short Films: Indigenous Culture and Knowledge
Eagle Hunting: Mongolia's Last Remaining Eagle Hunters
Mongolia's Last Eagle Hunters

Spend a day with 2 Kazakh eagle hunters.

Timelapse Documentary in Modern Mayan Communities
Modern Mayan Communities

A timelapse of life in 3 Mayan communities.

How to Erect a Traditional, Indigenous Kazakh Ger/Yurt/Tent
Erecting a Kazakh Ger

Kazakh nomads build their home in a few minutes.

More indigenous peoples short films on our YouTube channel

Travel Stories from Indigenous Communities
Coronation of a Mayan Queen
Coronation of a Mayan Queen

A new Mayan queen is crowned in San Pedro La Laguna, Guatemala.

Indigenous Knowledge in Ethiopia
Indigenous Knowledge in Ethiopia

Indigenous knowledge is slowly being lost in Southwest Ethiopia.

Indigenous Heritage Museum of the Veddas
Indigenous Heritage Museum of the Veddas

Lessons learned from visiting this museum in Sri Lanka.

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