Utilization Of Indigenous Knowledge Research Articles

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The utilization of Indigenous Knowledge in natural resource management frameworks, including environmental assessments, is increasingly being recognized as an important asset by the environmental community. This is because Indigenous Knowledge, which has been developed over generations by Indigenous communities, can lead to the development of more effective and equitable resource management practices that are aligned with local needs, cultural values, and ecological knowledge. At the same time, Participatory Geographic Information Systems (PGIS) are also emerging as a valuable tool for storing and mobilizing information towards natural resource management. Considering shifts in the environmental community around natural resource management and the use of IK, and the potential of PGIS, the incorporation of Indigenous Knowledge into PGIS raises important ethical questions regarding knowledge ownership and sharing, and there are challenges and limitations to implementing Indigenous Knowledge-based PGIS platforms. This research paper seeks to explore the application of Indigenous Knowledge in natural resource management through a scoping review or relevant literature, including case studies of PGIS platforms used by Indigenous communities, both in Canada and abroad. The paper addresses the following key questions: How can Indigenous Knowledge be applied towards natural resource management frameworks and environmental assessments? How can Indigenous knowledge be stored and mobilised within PGIS platforms for future generations? What are the challenges and limitations surrounding the implementation of Indigenous Knowledge within PGIS platforms in natural resource management? What are the ethics surrounding Indigenous Knowledge-based PGIS platforms? The paper reveals that integrating Indigenous Knowledge into natural resource management frameworks can lead to sustainable management practices. The paper also demonstrates that PGIS platforms have the potential to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration among communities, but their implementation requires careful considerations of the challenges and limitations associated within Indigenous Knowledge-based systems. Balancing the need to share knowledge across communities with protecting intellectual property rights and the cultural significance of Indigenous Knowledge is crucial. The implementation of PGIS platforms also requires significant technological infrastructure and skills, requiring significant human resources, which can be challenging for Indigenous communities with limited resources.

Sustainable Development Practices in Developing Countries: Major Drivers and Future Discourse

The objective of this article is to discuss the practices of sustainable development and its challenges in Nepal. Secondary data has been used such as library and documentation materials, and secondary information available. For the proper implementation of sustainable development corruption, free society is essential and the monitoring from people’s side in the development programmesis warranted. Publications of articles related to local governments and Journals published from different research institutes were used. The paper concludes that lack of proper human resources and utilization of natural resources in Nepal is not getting progress in for sustainable development. Nepal government should give emphasis on environment education and awareness programs should be organized in order to preserve natural resources. People’s participation, equity and utilization of indigenous knowledge is vital for the development. At last civil society should have crucial roleto control corruption.Active participation of local bodies and nongovernmental organization also can play vital role for its development with a coordination of ministry of environment and some international organizations.

THE IDENTIFICATION OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE IN KUTAI KARTANEGARA AS SOCIAL STUDIES LEARNING RESOURCE BASED ON GREEN ECONOMY

This research aimed to identify the forms of indigenous knowledge and the use of indigenous knowledge (indigenous knowledge) in Kutai as a learning resource-based IPS green economy. The study was conducted using qualitative descriptive data analysis. The object of the research is to find junior high social studies teachers in Kutai who teach as many as 10 people. Collecting data using triangulation techniques which combine several research techniques together, namely: a) observation field (b) documentation (c) unstructured interviews (d) literature and (e) Focused Group Discussion (FGD). The results showed Kutai Kartanegara had various forms of indigenous knowledge which influenced their culture and were relevant to the concept of the Green Economy. Religion and beliefs are classified as 1) knowledge systems, 2) knowledge systems, 3) livelihood systems, 4) attitudes, 5) traditional technology, and 6) arts.The utilization of indigenous knowledge through social studies learning with a contextual approach has an important role in the implementation of the green economy concept.

Environment Governance, Sustainable Livelihood and Indigenous Knowledge in Ethnic Tourism Villages of China

The rapid expansion of tourism in Chinese ethnic areas has promoted changes in livelihood activities and ecosystems. Ethnic indigenous knowledge has played an essential role in environmental governance and sustainable livelihood. The paper integrates local knowledge theory with the Sustainable Livelihood Approach (SLA) framework, proposes cultural capital as a critical component of livelihood capital, and illustrates the influence of indigenous knowledge on sustainable livelihood by analyzing how indigenous knowledge transforms into cultural livelihood capital typical cases. The research results show that excavation and utilization of indigenous knowledge can increase the family cultural livelihood capital, optimize the choice of family livelihood strategy, and improving the level of environmental governance, which ultimately affects the sustainability of family livelihood. Finally, the paper puts forward some suggestions on using indigenous knowledge to govern the tourism community.

Does Indigenous Knowledge Occur in and Influence Impact Assessment Reports? Exploring Consultation Remarks in Three Cases of Mining Projects in Greenland

Mineral extraction is pursued in Greenland to strengthen the national economy. In order that new industries promote sustainable development, environmental impact assessments and social impact assessments are legally required and undertaken by companies prior to license approval to inform decision-making. Knowledge systems in Arctic indigenous communities have evolved through adaptive processes over generations, and indigenous knowledge (IK) is considered a great source of information on local environments and related ecosystem services. In Greenland the Inuit are in the majority, and Greenlanders are still considered indigenous. The Inuit Circumpolar Council stresses that utilizing IK is highly relevant in the Greenland context. Impact assessment processes involve stakeholder engagement and public participation, and hence offer arenas for potential knowledge sharing and thereby the utilization of IK. Based on the assumption that IK is a valuable knowledge resource, which can supplement and improve impact assessments in Greenland thus supporting sustainable development, this paper presents an investigation of how IK is utilized in the last stages of an impact assessment process when the final report is subject to a hearing in three recent mining projects in Greenland.

PENGELOLAAN PERIKANAN TUNA (Thunnus sp) DENGAN PENDEKATAN EKOSISTEM (STUDI KASUS DOMAIN SOSIAL EKONOMI DI PPI UJONG BAROH ACEH BARAT PROVINSI ACEH

We focused on socio-economic aspect to West of Aceh’s Fishermen. The research aims to analyze the socio-economical domain of Tuna (Thunnus sp) in fisheries management based ecosystem approach to fisheries management (Case study at PPI Ujong Baroh). The study was conducted from January – March 2016 that is located at PPI Ujong Baroh West of Aceh. The sampling method is purposive sampling through depth interview and questionnaire. Data analysis method is flag modeling techniques with the approach Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA). The result shown that the assessment to indicate the fisheries conflict and the utilization of indigenous knowledge were categorized good condition because there is local institution (lembaga laot) that managed and arranged regulations of fisheries management in West of Aceh. This local institution was lead by Panglima Laot. Moreover, the assesment of stakeholder participation was categorized moderate condition. The participation of stakeholder has not ran yet effectively in Tuna fisheries management at West of Aceh. For economical domain shown that income of fisheries household and saving ratio were categorized bad conditions. Most fishermen possess debt to require life necessity before fishing. In other side, Tuna fisheries depend on season and mostly wives also don’t have sufficient knowledge to increase their income through fish processing. Moreover, the asset ownership has shown “medium” condition. According to fishermen, their productive asset stil likely to constant if we compared in the previous year.

Poverty Reduction Co-benefits through Indigenous Knowledge in Climate Change Adaptation: A Study within the eThekwini Municipality

AbstractThe research utilizes mixed methods to discuss the incorporation of concepts of sustainable livelihoods for climate change adaptation in the eThekwini municipality, South Africa. The municipality identified and implemented climate change adaptation programs incorporating biodiversity, human elements of local economic development and poverty reduction. In poverty reduction co-benefits, the intervention incorporated communityfocused incentives, which mix local biodiversity awareness and efforts to compensate community members who are serving to protect their surrounding natural habitat. Although there is a noted shift in the inclusion of human development, little is reported around the utilization of indigenous knowledge in the project’s sustainability and future continuation within the community. The study recommended that climate change adaptation programs for environmental protection can be holistic if local communities’ cultural practices are incorporated for effective and sustainable interventions.

Sustainable Development in the Bering Strait: Indigenous Values and the Challenge of Collaborative Governance

ABSTRACTClimate change heightens the vulnerability of Alaska’s indigenous communities to shipping in the Bering Strait. Federal policy requiring “meaningful consultation and collaboration” with Alaska’s native communities does not adequately ensure utilization of indigenous knowledge in policy practices, consideration of native governance, or the facilitation of relationships strengthening collaborative processes. The discrepancy between present practices and Alaska Native expectations is examined in a recent U.S. Coast Guard survey raising questions concerning the capacity of federal consultative practices to safeguard indigenous communities. Results support scholarly findings on the value of relational knowledge for strengthening collaborative procedures with indigenous communities. Strengthened relationships between Alaska Native communities and agencies like USCG should enhance sustainable maritime and resources practices in the Bering Strait.

Needs assessment of senior agricultural students regarding sustainability knowledge

Given the increasing desire for sustainable practices in our world today, graduates of agricultural higher education systems all around the world would be facing new challenges after their arrival into marketplace and dealing with their prospectus clientele. The purpose of this study was to identify and prioritize the educational needs of agricultural senior students towards sustainability. Population of the study was senior bachelor degree students of agricultural faculties, western part of Iran. The sample size was calculated using the Krejcie and Morgan (1970) sampling table (n=285). A factor analysis approach was implemented to categorize educational needs of respondents; and eventually five groups were ranked and finalized as the following: (1) participatory planning, (2) participatory techniques in rural development, (3) biodiversity protection methods, (4) sustainable soil protection methods, and (5) utilization of indigenous knowledge. Stepwise multiple regression revealed that four of agricultural learners' characteristics that is, previous experience in agriculture, commitment to sustainable rural development, gender, and finally teamwork interest explained 75% of the variance (R square = 0.75) which was statistically significant. A t-test that followed indicated that students living in rural settings as compared to those living in urban areas demonstrated different educational needs (t = 5.99, p = 0.02). It seems to us that a high priority should be given to planning and implementing complementary courses regarding sustainability issues. Key words: Agricultural students, sustainability needs, participation, higher education.

Ethnobotanical survey of antidiarrhoeal plants of Parinche valley, Pune district, Maharashtra, India

Ethnopharmacological relevance Maharashtra is the third largest state in India with a large tribal population. Documentation of traditional knowledge through ethnobotanical studies is important for conservation and utilization of indigenous knowledge. Diarrhoeal diseases are the second largest cause of morbidity in rural India. Medicinal plants given by the traditional healers of Parinche in Pune district, Maharashtra are known to be efficacious for many common ailments, including diarrhoeal diseases. Aim of the study Ethnobotanical survey of antidiarrhoeal plants from Parinche valley towards the documentation and conservation of traditional knowledge. Materials and methods Interviews and inquiries were conducted amongst traditional healers, indigenous communities and village elders. Results One hundred and eighty two plants used by tribes and natives for different ailments were documented of which 28 flowering plants were for diarrhoea. Leaf was the most preferred plant part. Amongst the 28 plants, antidiarrhoeal activity of five plants viz., Caesalpinia sepiaria, Dioscorea pentaphylla, Launaea pinnatifida, Syzygium rubicundum and Ziziphus jujuba has not been reported previously. Two species viz., Ziziphus xylopyra and Syzygium rubicundum are endemic to India. Conclusion Parinche valley is an ethnobotanically rich area with abundant availability and knowledge of medicinal plants that can serve as a model for low cost health care.

Knowledge management as an enabler of change and innovation in Africa

In recent years, mainstreaming knowledge management practices in government processes has assumed increasing importance. How have governments in Africa, if at all, incorporated knowledge management in governance and how inclusive has this process been? This paper will attempt to answer these key questions by examining the experiences and lessons learned in efforts to build knowledge management capacity across Africa. In doing so, the paper will provide a summary of the key presentations of the latest two-day conference, Knowledge Management as an Enabler of Change and Innovation in Africa (Cairo, 2007). Central to discussions was the need to create an enabling environment encouraging the adoption of knowledge management practices in Africa and the utilisation of indigenous knowledge assets as an important input in poverty alleviation strategies. More importantly, the paper outlines the challenges that can be observed and what opportunities for building the Africa Knowledge System are available. Finally, the paper concludes with a discussion of strategic and policy implications of these findings for achieving sustainable development in Africa.

Challenging the paradigm: notes on developing an indigenized teacher education curriculum

While considerable attention is being paid to reforming education systems to prepare students for the challenges of globalization and a knowledge-based economy, teacher education models in the Asia Pacific remain insufficiently critiqued. There is an urgent need to rethink teacher education as, in spite of decades of investment and development, major problems of inequality, attrition, incomplete and inadequate learning continue to blight our education systems. It is proposed that teacher education needs to become more culturally authentic as teaching and learning are best viewed as culturally scripted activities. The utilization of indigenous knowledge will be central to this task. The article concludes with some suggestions for how the task may be started.

Legal aspects of African indigenous knowledge systems: Curriculum design in higher education

African indigenous knowledge has considerable value in a modern global economy once commercial benefits arise from the utilisation of indigenous knowledge, but its value also extends beyond economic considerations. As it is linked to the ways of life of various peoples, it supports and maintains identity formation. An important way in which to incorporate indigenous knowledge into mainstream society is to integrate indigenous knowledge into the formal education system at all levels. The main function of institutions of higher education remains knowledge production, accreditation, legitimation and dissemination. Like any other curriculum, a law curriculum must produce new knowledge and smart skills. Law graduates may be expected not only to translate the main policy thrusts of items such as intellectual property and African indigenous knowledge systems (AIKSs) into law in the cultural sector; they may also be called upon to develop, implement or enforce policy. Therefore, whether and how law curricula regard AIKSs is of great importance to undergraduate and postgraduate learners alike.