Values, Culture and Spirituality – A Consultation on Species: The Philippine Eagle

Join us as we delve into the world of the critically endangered Philippine Eagle and hear from an indigenous community working with others to protect their sacred species. How can that sacredness help protect the species and the ecosystems in which it lives? And how can working together with, and in support of, Indigenous peoples […]

Freedom of Religion or Belief for Indigenous Peoples: The 2022 UN Report

James Chapel 90 Claremont Avenue, New York, New York, United States

On Wednesday, October 26, the Center for Earth Ethics at Union Theological Seminary will host “Freedom of Religion or Belief for Indigenous Peoples: The 2022 UN Report.” This high-level forum will discuss the report about Indigenous peoples that the United Nations Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Religion or Belief will present to the 77th session […]

COP27 – Global Landscapes Forum: The Stories We Live By

The Stories We Live By: The Importance of Ecosystem Restoration through the Lens of Values, Culture and Spirituality As the world increasingly understands the consequences of the triple planetary crisis, humanity has  an opportunity to reorient ourselves toward the earth and natural systems. Many grassroots efforts have realized how values-based approaches that integrate culture, Indigenous knowledge, […]

Values, Culture, Spirituality, and Ecosystem Restoration

Many grassroots efforts have realized how values-based approaches that integrate culture, Indigenous knowledge, and lessons from spiritual traditions can help motivate and sustain meaningful shifts in behavior and attitudes. Hosted by Center For Earth Ethics and the United Religions Initiative, this fireside chat will reflect on the work of the Values, Culture and Spirituality consultation series, […]

Indigenous Representatives Reception and Talking Session on World Water Day

Indigenous elders, peoples and representatives attending the UN 2023 Water Conference, the Indigenous Peoples Pre-Summit for the UN Water Conference, NY Water Week, and related events are invited to gather and share their perspectives, experiences, and desired outcomes for this week's events to care for our World's Waters. Hosted by CEE Senior Fellow, Mona Polacca […]

Book Launch | “The Planet You Inherit” by Larry Rasmussen

Union Theological Seminary 3041 Broadway, New York, New York, United States

Room AD 30, Union Theological Seminary, 3041 Broadway, New York, NY 10027 Our children's and grandchildren's generation will face a different world, one affected by climate instability, mass uncertainty, and breathtaking extinction. In fact, the next generation will face the reality that human activity is changing the planet from one geological epoch to another. From […]

Book Launch | “Gu’ahia Taíno: We Speak Taíno”

Union Theological Seminary 3041 Broadway, New York, New York, United States

Join CEE as we celebrate the publication of “Gu'ahia Taíno: We Speak Taíno” by human rights advocate, consultant, cultural adviser, writer, and artist Roberto Múkaro Agueibaná Borrero. Compiled in collaboration with the United Confederation of Taíno People’s Taíno Language Committee, Borrero’s classical Taíno dictionary and grammar guide contributes to the important work of Indigenous language […]