Who Are The Indigenous?

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In the warmth of my family home, my younger self would listen intently as my grandfather unfolded stories from his youth, painting vivid pictures of a time when our indigenous community lived proudly, tethered to the traditions and wisdom passed down through generations. Even though we have merged with the wider modern society, the soul of our federally recognized Indian Nation pulses strongly within us, an indelible force that brings us together in annual gatherings where we foster our community ties and nurture our rich traditions.

Over the years, my journey took me through the heartlands of Latin America, where I found kindred spirits who, just like us, harbored a deep respect for nature and our planet. It became increasingly evident that a thread of reverence for the environment ran common among indigenous populations worldwide. It was a universal language of respect for the land, a deep-rooted connection that transcended borders and united us in a global family.

With the staggering fact that 80% of the world's forests and biodiversity reside on lands owned by indigenous communities, it dawned upon me that we hold not just a heritage but a colossal responsibility in our hands. Yet, I saw the painful irony – the guardians of these treasures grappling with poverty, their basic needs unmet, an unyielding struggle with a lack of food and clean water.

Inspired to bring about a change, my partners and I embarked on an ambitious journey, laying the foundations of CarbonDivest.org. Our vision was clear and potent: to empower indigenous communities globally by steering carbon projects in their lands to herald a period of sustainable growth and prosperity while fostering the very traditions that have revered nature for generations.

Through CarbonDivest.org, we engaged with communities, forged partnerships, and worked towards sealing 30-year contracts to have these rich lands carbon credit certified, a step that promises to open up a deluge of resources and opportunities for these communities.

Taking our vision a step further, we envisioned IndigiCoin.io, powered by IndigiBlock, LLC, a unique cryptocurrency initiative grounded in the spirit of collaboration and mutual growth. The plan was conceived to echo indigenous lands' rich diversity and extent, symbolically limited to mirror the 485,000,000 hectares globally. The value of  the coin comes through the economic development of the communities. 

Each registered community with us will receive IndigiCoins reflective of their land ownership, thus planting seeds of self-sufficiency and growth aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. It is more than just a cryptocurrency; it is a beacon of hope, a promise of a self-sustained and brighter future nurtured by the hands that have revered this land for centuries.

As I stand on this juncture, looking back at our roots and forward to a horizon brimming with potential, I see hope, a hope that through our concerted efforts, we will witness a renaissance in our communities. I see bustling habitats, resonant with the sound of flowing rivers and whispers of leaves, harmoniously balanced ecosystems where flora and fauna thrive abundantly, a testament to a symbiotic relationship renewed and fostered.

We stand at the cusp of a revolution, a movement to reclaim the respect and harmony with our planet Earth, to carve a path where modernity and tradition merge seamlessly, nurturing a planet that breathes freely, embracing the rich biodiversity and reverberating with life in its purest form.

As we forge ahead with CarbonDivest.org and IndigiCoin.io, we carry with us the rich tapestry of stories, experiences, and the undying spirit of unity. We carry the dreams of our grandparents and the hopes for our children, crafting a narrative where every indigenous individual stands empowered, where communities flourish, heralding a time where we live as one with our mother earth, nurturing and nurturing in a harmonious embrace, bringing life full circle in the most beautiful, sustainable way.