As climate change worsens, researchers are learning from Indigenous knowledge to build disaster resilience. Dr. Fazeeha Azmi and Dr. Bala Nikku are studying how the Veddhas, an Indigenous group in Sri Lanka, use traditional practices—like seasonal fishing, food sharing, and preservation methods—to adapt to climate impacts.

Their SSHRC-funded project emphasizes community-led, culturally respectful research. Azmi’s visit to TRU supported this work, highlighting the value of co-producing knowledge with Indigenous communities across South Asia and Canada.