From 15–19 May 2024, Dr. Sadar Ginting, Project Coordinator for DEEP En-Gender, participated in the 18th International Society of Ethnobiology (ISE) Congress, held at Cadi Ayyad University in Marrakech, Morocco. This globally recognized gathering brought together nearly 400 academics, activists, Indigenous leaders, and practitioners from over 70 countries under the theme: “Biodiversity and Cultural Landscapes: Scientific, Indigenous, and Local Perspectives.”
Dr. Ginting delivered a presentation titled "Indigenous Suku Anak Dalam (SAD) Sharing Knowledge: Challenges and Successes in Ethnobiological Research." His talk offered insights from long-term engagement with the Suku Anak Dalam Indigenous community in Indonesia, highlighting both the obstacles and breakthroughs encountered in conducting collaborative, respectful ethnobiological research. His work emphasized the importance of Indigenous knowledge systems and community-led research in safeguarding biodiversity and strengthening cultural resilience.
Dr. Ginting’s participation reflects DEEP En-Gender’s ongoing commitment to centering Indigenous voices in environmental research and global dialogue. We are honored to support his contribution to this critical field and look forward to further collaborations that bridge science, Indigenous knowledge, and cultural integrity.
