Our mission is to build a world where we live in symbiosis with our environment. Indigenous territories span about 22%–25% of the planet’s land area and overlap with, by some estimates, a half of areas which are currently considered critical for biodiversity. These lands typically maintain much better ecological health than non-Indigenous lands. How can we support communities across the world to learn from these practices, to innovate new approaches and to become better guardians of their environments? 

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We are an international operation supporting grassroots movements and facilitating programs spanning many disciplines. We engage in projects at all levels, from hyper-local initiatives to international collaborations. From Paris to Mumbai to Miami, GAIA FIRST brings together people from all walks of life, creating a network of stewards across generations. 

 

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Are you ready to become a Guardian? See how you can get involved.