As for the military buildup, my stance remains the same:
There is nothing that is more valuable than preserving our Indigenous lands, seas, air, and people. The U.S. military is the largest polluter on every level — from the local level to the global level. Our ancestors did not die for their descendants to destroy our wealth: the environment. We MUST protect our lands, seas, air, and people — keep it in our hands, within our control, and free from foreigners and their wars. This is our inheritance; it is foolish to give it to someone else to control and to destroy.
Which specific publication can I find the article on Indigenous knowledge being taught to students?
Also, while the new convention center is nice, it is important for the national government to be transparent and explain to the constituents what the FSM gave China in exchange. It's crucial for public information and for government accountability.
The reopening of the dialysis center in the Marshalls is so critical to our people's health. It is imperative that personnel are properly hired and trained to ensure that the center is adequately operated and maintained. I hope centers like this open up in every Micronesian country. Most importantly though, I hope sufficient projects and programs are pushed through to prevent illnesses and diseases.
Thank you, K! Your comments have me thinking. Sufficient health care staffing is seemingly a perennial concern for facilities in the region. I'm curious if, in the way Pohnpei is pushing for more Indigenous knowledge in education settings, there could be a similar concerted effort to support and boost Indigenous healing/treatment knowledge in health care settings and what impact that could have. Which also goes back to your comment about preserving the land! Just a little thought experiment on my part. :) but thank you for sharing and sparking synapses
As for the military buildup, my stance remains the same:
There is nothing that is more valuable than preserving our Indigenous lands, seas, air, and people. The U.S. military is the largest polluter on every level — from the local level to the global level. Our ancestors did not die for their descendants to destroy our wealth: the environment. We MUST protect our lands, seas, air, and people — keep it in our hands, within our control, and free from foreigners and their wars. This is our inheritance; it is foolish to give it to someone else to control and to destroy.
Sis, agree absolutely that there's nothing more valuable than preserving the land, the waters, airspace, and people. So well said.
Regarding Palau in the regional sports scene:
I wonder if the president was elected because Palau is hosting the Mini Games this summer.
Regarding the FSM:
Which specific publication can I find the article on Indigenous knowledge being taught to students?
Also, while the new convention center is nice, it is important for the national government to be transparent and explain to the constituents what the FSM gave China in exchange. It's crucial for public information and for government accountability.
Thank you for your comments, K! Appreciate you! Kaselehlie Press published a presser about the indigenous knowledge initiative here: https://issuu.com/kpressfsm/docs/kpress_vol25_iss_10_-_30_april_25/18 it's in a PDF so a bit cumbersome for mobile. but I also recall a writeup in PIDP's Visions & Voices pub from a few months ago! https://pireport.org/2024/10/16/indigenous-learning-recovery-in-pohnpei-fsm/
Alsooo, I agree that the government should also share more information about what terms were agreed upon for the convention center project.
The reopening of the dialysis center in the Marshalls is so critical to our people's health. It is imperative that personnel are properly hired and trained to ensure that the center is adequately operated and maintained. I hope centers like this open up in every Micronesian country. Most importantly though, I hope sufficient projects and programs are pushed through to prevent illnesses and diseases.
Thank you, K! Your comments have me thinking. Sufficient health care staffing is seemingly a perennial concern for facilities in the region. I'm curious if, in the way Pohnpei is pushing for more Indigenous knowledge in education settings, there could be a similar concerted effort to support and boost Indigenous healing/treatment knowledge in health care settings and what impact that could have. Which also goes back to your comment about preserving the land! Just a little thought experiment on my part. :) but thank you for sharing and sparking synapses