The 36th Annual Bioneers Conference in Berkeley offered a gathering of climate activists, Indigenous leaders, and community members to share their insights and solutions for addressing the climate crisis, with a focus on re-matriation, land stewardship, and the recognition of nature’s rights.

Zellerbach Hall in Berkeley California overflowed with thousands of activists, scientists, indigenous leaders, politicians, concerned youth, and authors from all over the globe to take part in the annual conference and social phenomena that is the Bioneers.

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I cried. I laughed. I grew starry-eyed in the presence of so many intelligent and dynamic humans under one roof. I cried again. Here are some reasons for action and hope that I learned at Bioneers.