OUR MISSIONOur mission is to empower transnational Indigenous women and youth through transformative mutual aid, Indigenous-centered research, and bold climate justice initiatives rooted in Indigenous leadership. OUR HISTORYEarth Daughters rose on June 23, 2020, through collective action rooted in Indigenous strength and solidarity. In the wake of a devastating 7.5 magnitude earthquake in Oaxaca’s Sierra Sur, they launched their first mutual aid campaign, quickly mobilizing support and rebuilding 200 homes for those most affected. Since that pivotal moment, Earth Daughters has evolved into a driving force for grassroots change, advancing mutual aid and Indigenous-centered research that honor sovereignty, Indigenous science, and self-determination. From disaster response to addressing the ongoing impacts of climate change, they remain steadfast, walking alongside communities with care, courage, and the sacred responsibility to protect land, life, and future generations. |
MEET THE TEAM
Our team is made up of visionary community leaders who live out Earth Daughters’ four pillars—anchoring their work in mutual aid, climate justice, Indigenous leadership and global advocacy.
Our team is made up of visionary community leaders who live out Earth Daughters’ four pillars—anchoring their work in mutual aid, climate justice, Indigenous leadership and global advocacy.
JESSICA HERNANDEZ, PH.D. Director of Indigenous Science and Research (Founder)
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LITA QUIROZ RUIZDirector of Community Organizing
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ALEJANDRA QUIGUANTARDirector of Global Advocacy
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SOPHIA HANJANI, J.D.Director of Legal & Compliance
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Keon Vereen, PH.D.Director of Strategic Innovation
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ANJALI RANADIVEDirector of Conservation
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Our Pillars
Mutual Aid
We practice mutual aid as collective care, not charity. Our work centers trust, solidarity, and Indigenous-led research.
- Rapid response during climate disasters
- Support for families, elders, and youth
- Guided by research and Indigenous science
Climate Justice
We confront climate change as a justice issue and co-create solutions rooted in Indigenous science.
- Climate solutions grounded in Indigenous knowledge
- Research-driven community adaptation
- Advocacy that centers those most impacted
Indigenous Leadership
We uplift the leadership of Indigenous women, elders, and youth in all decision-making and research processes.
- Programs led by community leadership
- Research shaped by Indigenous sovereignty
- Youth-led climate innovation
Global Advocacy
We amplify Indigenous struggles on global platforms through research, storytelling, and collective organizing.
- Research that influences global policy
- Storytelling grounded in lived experience
- Advocacy for land rights and self-determination
