Figure 1
Recommendations for policy and practice_
| Recommendations for Policy and Practice |
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| Governments at all levels to enact policies and legislation immediately addressing the climate crisis via conservation and preservation of natural environments and life; reduction of waste and pollution from large companies; holding corporations accountable for cleaning waste; require sustainable, renewable, eco-friendly sources of energy and production methods. |
| Policies and legislation addressing the climate crisis and all human resource development projects to be done in consultation with the local Indigenous communities and nations. |
| Education regarding climate crisis, sustainable living and access to resources for addressing and engaging in climate action for all. |
| Healthcare professionals and organizations must develop culturally appropriate and relevant programs and services to help Indigenous clients understand and address mental health challenges caused by the climate crisis. These efforts should also focus on alleviating feelings of isolation and addressing concerns about cultural continuity. |
| Funding and support from governments and organizations are crucial to addressing the issue of resource deprivation in Indigenous communities. Immediate efforts should focus on supporting traditional harvesting and subsistence activities, as well as fostering the passing on of traditional knowledge through intergenerational connections. |
| Development of youth councils and support from local councils, local government and community members for youth to exercise autonomy, generate solutions and implement projects. |