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Project Name

Braiding Sweetgrass Educational Library Exhibit

Objective

Promote environmental awareness and Indigenous ecological knowledge through a public educational library exhibit.

Location

Ottawa, ON

Timeline

2023-05-01 to 2023-06-30

Contact Information

info@ecocityottawa.ca

obec-evbo.ca

Organization

Ottawa Biosphere Eco-City (OBEC)

Themes

EducationIndigenous KnowledgeCommunity

Status

Past

Tools used

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Braiding Sweetgrass Educational Library Exhibit

Overview

1.  Problem

Many residents lack exposure to Indigenous ecological perspectives on humanity's relationship with nature.

2.  Action

OBEC created a public library exhibit inspired by Robin Wall Kimmerer's Braiding Sweetgrass, presenting teachings such as the "Honorable Harvest": asking permission before taking from the land, harvesting only what is needed, sharing with others, and expressing gratitude.

3.  Outcome

The exhibit encourages visitors to reflect on their responsibilities toward the Earth and adopt more respectful, sustainable ways of living with the natural world.

Photos & documents

Braiding Sweetgrass Educational Library Exhibit photo 1
Braiding Sweetgrass Educational Library Exhibit photo 2

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