Indigenous communities possess a deep understanding of their natural surroundings, having developed sophisticated knowledge systems over centuries. ILK remains significant for a number of reasons. First, Indigenous peoples often have detailed knowledge of local species, including their behaviors, habitats, and uses. This information is crucial for biodiversity conservation and sustainable management. Secondly;- Indigenous knowledge supports observations of weather and climate patterns, which can complement scientific data and improve climate change predictions and responses. Thirdly, Traditional agricultural, hunting, and fishing practices often embody principles of sustainability, emphasizing balance and respect for nature. Lastly, Indigenous communities often have extensive knowledge of medicinal plants and their uses, contributing to healthcare and pharmacology. By documenting and integrating ILK with scientific research, we can develop more effective and sustainable solutions that respect and leverage the expertise of local communities.

We aim to recognize, preserve, and integrate this Indigenous and Local Knowledge into our environmental and social governance initiatives.

25%

4,000

crop varieties are cultivated by smallholder farmers using indigenous and local knowledge globally

of modern pharmaceuticals are derived from plants first used traditionally by indigenous communities

Our goal

At ACTNOW KENYA, we recognize the invaluable role that Indigenous and Local Knowledge (ILK) plays in sustainable environmental management and community resilience. Our commitment to research and information documentation is rooted in the belief that traditional knowledge systems, passed down through generations, hold the keys to addressing contemporary challenges posed by climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation as well as bridging the gap between traditional knowledge and modern science. This will contribute to the resilience and sustainability of both communities and ecosystems. But we cannot do this alone. Join us today lets make this a reality together.

The social-ecology systems are crucially important within our traditional landscape and territories; through traditional knowledge and wisdom, which enforces governance systems for pastures, water, salt licks, movement of livestock and wildlife, social interaction and use are strongly connected to Indigenous pastoralist livelihoods