Vision: United we advance conservation, revitalization and restoration for the sustainability of our tmicw. Mission: Manage, protect and revitalize our tmicw through unity and Secwépemc values and law. Our laws and way of life comes from our connection to tmicw.Take care of the land, the land takes care of us.It is our cultural responsibility to ensure we leave a legacy of regenerated lands, enriched and thriving forests and biodiversity, healthy and abundant wildlife, clean air and water for future generations.
Guiding Principles:
Unity and Collaboration Promote a collective and collaborative approach to yecwemínem (stewardship and caretakership). Honoring, in practice, the interconnectedness and interdependence of tmicw (land) and the people. We will build and nurture our relationships by sharing and collaborating with others in a good way.
Walking on Two Legs The one leg of Indigenous knowledge and science, the other of western science, guided by a Secwépemc worldview and stewardship ethic. The joint walking of the two legs compels action and movement forward.
Restoration and Revitalization Indigenous led, multidimensional approach to monitoring, restoration and reclamation of cultural heritage, lands and resources to revitalize traditional food and medicine systems.
Resilience & Innovation Committed to doing things differently. Rebuilding the future.
Advocacy & Stewardship Caring for the environment as a whole is a shared responsibility.
Excellence Strive towards excellence and high standards in all areas of stewardship where yecwminte re tmicw (we take care of the land).
Integrity Ensure there is trust, transparency and accountability and decision-making processes are inclusive and transparent.
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