Protectors of the Snow Leopard: Maria Azhunova of the Buryat-Mongol Indigenous Peoples of the Russian Federation

Nihizhi, Our Voices: An Indigenous Solutions Podcast

In this episode, host Lyla June talks with Maria Azhunova of the Buryat-Mongol Indigenous Peoples, Director of the Land of Snow Leopard Network.
Their discussion focuses around the significance of the Snow Leopard, it's meaning and how they are spreading awareness and education on this sacred animal, as well as protecting the animal from humans and outside dangers that can interfere with the endangered snow leopard, who lives in the mountains of South and Central Asia. Throughout this episode, they also talk about how interconnected all indigenous beings are, human and non-human and how to reflect on your own connection.
To learn more about the Snow Leopard, visit snowleopardconservacy.org or landofsnowleopard.org.