On December 3, 2009, Ecotrust recognized five of the West's most innovative Indigenous leaders for their efforts to improve community conditions. Jim Manion, Janeen Comenote, Allen Pinkham, Sr.,

On December 3, 2009, Ecotrust recognized five of the West's most innovative Indigenous leaders for their efforts to improve community conditions. Jim Manion, Janeen Comenote, Allen Pinkham, Sr., A. Brian Wallace, and Patricia L. Whitefoot were honored for their work spanning youth advocacy, education, renewable energy, cultural restoration, and scholarship.

The Ecotrust Indigenous Leadership Award is a preeminent program supporting tribal, First Nation, and Alaska Native leaders. These groups are vital nations, governments, landowners, resource co-managers, and economic drivers, contributing long-range vision and sustainable values to the global economy.

Kevin Rudd, Australia's 26th Prime Minister, is a prominent figure in international policy.

He currently serves as President of the Asia Society Policy Institute.

Rudd discusses the

Kevin Rudd, Australia's 26th Prime Minister, is a prominent figure in international policy.

He currently serves as President of the Asia Society Policy Institute.

Rudd discusses the critical need for bold climate leadership.

Doug Cohen's work with students and youth explores natural leadership, intergenerational community

Doug Cohen's work with students and youth explores natural leadership, intergenerational community building, and lifelong learning. In this video, he discusses the "Call of the Time" teaching from the Brahma Kumaris organization and the importance of diverse "perception input."

Cohen was interviewed by Barry Heidt of Sustainability Action Media (SAM) at the SEED Graduate Institute's "Wisdom from the Origins" conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico (September 13-17, 2012). He also co-led the conference's Youth Leadership and Scholarship Program with Sabine Amend.

This excerpt, from a longer interview, was edited for Earthsayers.tv by Ruth Ann Barrett.

As global crises converge, join a group of wise women to discuss a potent, three-pronged strategic path for creating a better world. This strategy involves honoring, respecting, and learning from

As global crises converge, join a group of wise women to discuss a potent, three-pronged strategic path for creating a better world. This strategy involves honoring, respecting, and learning from nature; being motivated by a deep quest for justice; and cultivating the leadership of women.

Speakers include Osprey Orielle Lake, founder/Executive Director of Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International; Amisha Ghadiali, a UK-based intuitive therapist, meditation and yoga teacher; and Naelyn Pike, a renowned young Chiricahua Apache activist. The event is hosted by Nina Simons, co-founder of Bioneers.

Learn more at http://www.bioneers.org.

Danat Tekie's TEDxUiO talk, "Demystifying 'sustainability'," explores youth as a driving force for a sustainable future and encourages self-reflection. It's a must-watch for anyone seeking clarity

Danat Tekie's TEDxUiO talk, "Demystifying 'sustainability'," explores youth as a driving force for a sustainable future and encourages self-reflection. It's a must-watch for anyone seeking clarity on sustainability.

Danat, an "earthpreneur" passionate about making sustainability business as usual, is Chief External Relations for Young Sustainable Impact (YSI). YSI solves global sustainability challenges by fostering youth entrepreneurship and innovation, creating impact startups. She previously helped build Future Leaders Global, a leading youth leadership program in the Nordics.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Ahead of COP26, Eliot Whittington, Director of the Corporate Leaders Groups, and Nevil Muncaster, Thames Water's Net Zero sponsor, discussed decarbonizing the energy sector and their desired

Ahead of COP26, Eliot Whittington, Director of the Corporate Leaders Groups, and Nevil Muncaster, Thames Water's Net Zero sponsor, discussed decarbonizing the energy sector and their desired summit outcomes.

CLG UK, founded in 2005 under HRH The Prince of Wales, has long defined the UK's business response to climate change. It has built consensus for climate action, notably supporting the UK's Climate Change Act, and now leads a growing community of progressive business voices globally.

The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) convenes CLG UK, leveraging its world-leading sustainability expertise and deep understanding of the political landscape.

The Nibi Water Gathering, held June 4-5, 2015, at Turtle Lodge in Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba, on the shores of Lake Winnipeg, brought together nations to serve a common purpose: water. During

The Nibi Water Gathering, held June 4-5, 2015, at Turtle Lodge in Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba, on the shores of Lake Winnipeg, brought together nations to serve a common purpose: water. During this gathering, the Original People of Turtle Island (North America) formally established their leadership. The event also honored spiritually guided Earth stewardship leaders and youth completing rites of passage, inviting people of all cultures to participate and make offerings to the Water.

A video of the gathering was produced by Erica Daniels at Turtle Lodge and Manitou Api. Water Song credit goes to Mary Maytwayashing, and Thunderbird Artwork to Norval Morrisseau. Copyright Turtle Lodge 2015.

Published on December 19, 2016, the Women Grow Cultivating Cannabis Leadership Conference was held in Portland,

Published on December 19, 2016, the Women Grow Cultivating Cannabis Leadership Conference was held in Portland, Oregon.

Participants included Amy Peradotta, Sara Holmes, Mary Lou Barton, David Muret, Amanda Conley, and Shabnam Malek. Panel speakers featured Claire Kaufmann, Jesce Horton, Erious Johnson, Jenny Diggles, and James Morris.

The event was produced by Barry Heidt, known for his YouTube channel, AllCannabis Considered.tv.

C40's Women4Climate initiative empowers women to lead climate action. Through a global mentorship program and leadership events in C40 cities, it aims to foster new

C40's Women4Climate initiative empowers women to lead climate action. Through a global mentorship program and leadership events in C40 cities, it aims to foster new thinking and momentum among future leaders.

Women, who comprise over half the world's population, are often disproportionately impacted by climate change but lack representation in decision-making. Enhancing their participation and leadership is crucial for a healthy, prosperous, and sustainable future for all.

Sabine Amend and Doug Cohen champion inter-generational community building in their work with youth and students. In a video, they explore various aspects of leadership, from its fundamental

Sabine Amend and Doug Cohen champion inter-generational community building in their work with youth and students. In a video, they explore various aspects of leadership, from its fundamental meaning to an "alchemy of imagination."

This interview was conducted by Barry Heidt at the SEED Graduate Institute's "Wisdom from the Origins" conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico, from September 13-17, 2012. Sabine Amend and Doug Cohen also led the conference's Youth Leadership and Scholarship Program.

An excerpt of this longer interview was edited by Ruth Ann Barrett for Earthsayers.tv, a platform for voices of sustainability.