Strengthening Communities Through Traditional Wisdom
Indigenous Knowledge &
Traditional Land Use Studies
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We partner with Indigenous communities to
preserve, protect, and empower traditional knowledge
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Indigenous Knowledge & Land Use
We partner with Indigenous communities to preserve, protect, and empower traditional knowledge — Our approach transforms generations of wisdom into powerful tools for modern stewardship and sustainable development.
Imagine standing on land that holds centuries of stories, traditions, and wisdom—land where every tree, river, and path has meaning. For Indigenous communities, these lands are not just resources; they are the lifeblood of culture, identity, and history.
Indigenous Knowledge (IK) and Traditional Land Use (TLU) are rich with insights that have been cultivated over generations. By weaving together IK with contemporary research methods, we help Indigenous communities gather, document, and preserve their traditional ecological knowledge, cultural practices, and spiritual connections to the land.
Honoring Indigenous Knowledge & Land Use
A Pathway to Empowered
Stewardship
Imagine standing on land that holds centuries of stories, traditions, and wisdom—land where every tree, river, and path has meaning. For Indigenous communities, these lands are not just resources; they are the lifeblood of culture, identity, and history.
Honoring Indigenous
Knowledge & Land Use
Indigenous Knowledge & Traditional Land Use Studies
Indigenous Knowledge (IK) represents generations of wisdom, encompassing unique worldviews and deep environmental understanding. Traditional Land Use (TLU) studies capture this dynamic, living relationship between communities and their territories.
Together, they create a comprehensive picture of environmental interconnections that bridges traditional and contemporary approaches to land management.
Indigenous Knowledge (IK) and Traditional Land Use (TLU) are rich with insights that have been cultivated over generations. By weaving together IK with contemporary research methods, we help Indigenous communities gather, document, and preserve their traditional ecological knowledge, cultural practices, and spiritual connections to the land.
A Pathway to Empowered Stewardship
Through our Indigenous Knowledge and Traditional Land Use services, we work collaboratively with communities to safeguard cultural wisdom and plan for future generations, honoring traditions while fostering sustainable growth.
We are dedicated to preserving this invaluable knowledge and supporting communities in managing their lands with respect and integrity.
Our Collaborative
Approach
We recognize that each community holds its own unique relationship with the land. Our process begins with listening and learning, ensuring that every study reflects the community's vision, values, and protocols.
Knowledge Gathering Methods:
- Key informant interviews
- Focus groups and sharing circles
- Community open houses (virtual and in-person)
- Targeted surveys
- Literature reviews
- Field data collection
Areas of Focus:
- Language and oral traditions
- Cultural and spiritual practices
- Traditional hunting, trapping, and harvesting
- Sacred sites and cultural locations
- Ancestral knowledge transmission
- Environmental interconnections
Protecting Cultural Sovereignty
Knowledge is a Gift,
not a Resource to be Extracted.
*IK Studies
Indigenous
Knowledge Studies
Every patch of earth tells a story. For Indigenous communities, these stories span generations—woven into the fabric of culture, identity, and traditional ways of life. We partner with communities to preserve and protect this precious knowledge, transforming ancient wisdom into powerful tools for modern stewardship and sustainable development.
*TLU & Land Use Planning
Traditional
Land Use Planning
Effective land use planning goes beyond infrastructure; it encompasses cultural preservation, environmental protection, and sustainable development. ICE collaborates with Indigenous communities to co-create land use plans that honor traditional land use, respect community goals, and align with regional growth needs.
We help you create plans that maintain your sacred connection to the land while meeting your community's evolving need
Together, we can:
Your knowledge is not just information—it's a living legacy. Together, we can:
- Preserve ancient wisdom
- Support community resilience
- Create sustainable futures
- Celebrate the ongoing story of your people
Our Commitment
to Inclusive Research
Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+)
Understanding that projects impact community members differently, our GBA+ framework captures diverse perspectives:
- Women and gender-diverse individuals
- Elders and knowledge keepers
- Youth and future generations
- Active land users
- People with varying abilities
- Community members across geographic locations
Data Sovereignty & Protection
We strictly adhere to OCAP (Ownership, Control, Access, and Possession) principles:
- Community ownership of all gathered information
- Protected data storage and management
- Controlled access to sensitive knowledge
- Community-directed information sharing
- Ethical research protocols
Our Commitment to Inclusive Research
Language & Cultural Protection
Indigenous Language Support:
We work with community-preferred interpreters to ensure comfortable communication in traditional languages.
Cultural Sensitivity:
Our research methods adapt to community protocols and cultural practices.
Traditional
Land Use Planning
Effective land use planning goes beyond infrastructure; it encompasses cultural preservation, environmental protection, and sustainable development. ICE collaborates with Indigenous communities to co-create land use plans that honor traditional land use, respect community goals, and align with regional growth needs.
IK & TLU
Empowering Communities
with Respect for Tradition
Our approach to IK and TLU studies is inherently community first
Indigenous Knowledge (IK) and Traditional Land Use (TLU) are rich with insights that have been cultivated over generations. By weaving together IK with contemporary research methods, we help Indigenous communities gather, document, and preserve their traditional ecological knowledge, cultural practices, and spiritual connections to the land.
Through our Indigenous Knowledge and Traditional Land Use services, we work collaboratively with communities to safeguard cultural wisdom and plan for future generations, honoring traditions while fostering sustainable growth.
Your stories matter. Your land speaks. We're here to listen.