Professor Alfred Oteng-Yeboah has urged for increased recognition and funding for Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) in biodiversity conservation, emphasizing their historical role in sustainably managing natural resources. The call came during the AICA's West Africa Regional Consultative Meeting, where delegates discussed aligning conservation strategies with regional needs. Meanwhile, the Land Back movement continues as Native American tribes work to reclaim lost lands, with varying degrees of success in Minnesota reservations. In Oklahoma, voter turnout remains low despite efforts to engage citizens in the electoral process, with historical disenfranchisement of Indigenous Americans still a concern. Upcoming events like Indigenous & Proud 2024 highlight the importance of celebrating Indigenous culture and the ongoing impact of residential schools. Additionally, community members participated in a Prayer Horse Remembrance Ride to honor ancestors and protest against ongoing environmental threats, including lithium mining.