Excerpt of an interview with Wilson Justin (Althsetnay, Athabascan):  Justin shares his view of what entails true leadership, and he cites the need for a new generation of leaders at all levels of society. People who illuminate issues and have moral courage and speak out.

This clip is part of a series exploring the meaning of sustainability from the perspectives of indigenous leaders from the bioregion of Salmon Nation. See the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project .

Curt Lindberg, Chief Learning and Science Officer, Plexus Institute, shares insights into the role of complexity science and positive deviance in the 21st Century. Curt tells the story of 'The Palmer Method" - a small creative action that lead to large positive change. By learning what is working now and making change, communities and organizations can align knowledge and resources to become resilient and sustainable. Learn about the Plexus Intitute and Open Source Economic Development.

IOpen2 — July 21, 2009

Excerpt of an interview with Nichole Maher (Tlingit) from the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project  Maher discusses the idea of cultural sustainability in terms of focusing on preserving the strengths and gifts of indigenous cultures and instilling youth with a sense of responsibility and belonging. See http://www.nativeperspectives.net