"We are the united nations": Indigenous activists speak out against fossil fuel lobbyists at Cop28

The transcript highlights the struggles of the Ponca people against environmental and health impacts caused by the fossil fuel industry. It calls for the phasing out of fossil fuels and criticizes leaders for prioritizing profit over people. The speaker emphasizes the importance of indigenous rights and global solidarity, particularly with Palestine, and stresses the need for resilience and resistance against oppression.

What challenges do the PONCA people face due to the fossil fuel industry?

How does the speaker describe the impact of environmental issues on their community's health?

What does the speaker mean by 'environmental genocide'?

What is the speaker's vision for the future of their grandchildren?

In what ways does the speaker feel that decision-makers are disconnected from the realities faced by indigenous peoples?