This story is part of the Global Indigenous Affairs Desk, a collaboration between Grist, High Country News, ICT, Mongabay, Native News Online, and APTN. The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) recently focused on listening to youth. Meet seven young leaders who shared their experiences at the 24th forum gathering, advocating for various issues affecting their communities. From Michael Severin Bro of Greenland to Morgan Brings Plenty of the Cheyenne River Sioux tribe, each leader highlighted important challenges and concerns. Learn more about their stories and the impact they are making on a global scale.
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