Sacred places & living lands: How Indigenous Sámi peoples steward biodiversity (analysis)
PolicyFriday, August 7, 2026Mongabay

Sacred places & living lands: How Indigenous Sámi peoples steward biodiversity (analysis)

The article explores how Indigenous Sámi peoples in Sweden play a crucial role in biodiversity stewardship, highlighting their traditional practices that have maintained ecological balance in contrast to modern conservation methods often rooted in park establishment. Understanding and integrating Indigenous knowledge is essential for effective environmental policies aimed at preserving biodiversity.

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