Commentary released on Indigenous Peoples Day recognizes the significant leadership and contributions of Indigenous women to clean water initiatives. The article notes that women, particularly Indigenous women, are underrepresented in the water sector workforce and hold less than a third of positions in water governance.
These women are described as bringing people together, building partnerships, and advancing technical solutions, policy, research, and infrastructure. Their diverse perspectives and complementary leadership styles are highlighted as driving meaningful progress in addressing water challenges, championing Indigenous knowledge, environmental stewardship, water justice, and community resilience.
Source: Mongabay