Indigenous Lands Acknowledgment

NatureConnect New York acknowledges that our work operates on the ancestral lands of Indigenous peoples, both in New York and around the globe. We honor the enduring relationship that Indigenous communities have with their territories and recognize the profound knowledge they hold about stewardship and sustainability.

We specifically acknowledge the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Lenape, the Seneca Nation, and the Indigenous tribes of Long Island, including the Shinnecock and Montaukett, whose histories and cultures continue to shape this region. We commit to respecting their sovereignty and rights, listening to their voices, and integrating Indigenous perspectives into our advocacy and practices.

As we engage with nature and promote ecological well-being, we pledge to work towards reconciliation, support Indigenous rights, and collaborate with Indigenous communities in their efforts to protect and restore the land. We recognize that our collective future depends on honoring the wisdom of those who have cared for this land for generations.