how we work

Earth Daughters operates by supporting and uplifting transnational Indigenous women and youth as leaders in climate justice. The organization focuses on community‑led initiatives, ensuring that solutions come directly from the people most connected to their lands, cultures, and ecosystems. Through collaborative research, Earth Daughters elevates Indigenous science and traditional ecological knowledge, recognizing it as essential to building sustainable and culturally grounded climate solutions.

OUR HISTORY

Earth Daughters emerged on June 23, 2020, through a collective mutual aid effort grounded in Indigenous strength, care, and solidarity. In the aftermath of a devastating 7.5 magnitude earthquake in Oaxaca’s Sierra Sur, our founder launched the first mutual aid campaign, rapidly mobilizing resources and helping rebuild 200 homes for the families most affected.

From that pivotal beginning, Earth Daughters has grown into a powerful force for grassroots change, advancing mutual aid and Indigenous‑centered research that honor sovereignty, Indigenous science, and self‑determination. Whether responding to disasters or addressing the ongoing impacts of climate change, the organization has remained steadfast, walking alongside communities with compassion, courage, and a shared responsibility to protect land, life, and future generations.
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In late 2025, Earth Daughters formally became a nonprofit organization, expanding its capacity to support transnational Indigenous leadership and deepening its long‑term commitment to community‑led climate justice.

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

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