Indigenous-led Nonprofit for Cultural Stewardship & Restoration

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Your support makes our work possible. Every gift helps us in our land restoration efforts, promotes cultural stewardship, and allows us to share Traditional Ecological Knowledge, all while building resilience for the next seven generations. Seven Generations United Association (SGUA) is a Native-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), food sovereignty, and food exchange. Together, we're growing opportunities for Indigenous youth, land restoration, and cultural education- for the next seven generations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TEK

Traditional Ecological Knowledge

What does restoration mean, and why is it important to Indigenous culture?

Restoration is the practice of healing and renewing our lands, waters, languages, and traditions so they can thrive for future generations. For Indigenous peoples, restoration is more than environmental work—it is cultural survival. It means bringing back native plants and foods, repairing relationships with the natural world, and reviving ceremonies, teachings, and practices that sustain our communities. By restoring what has been disrupted through colonization and environmental harm, we honor our ancestors, protect the well-being of our youth, and strengthen the deep cultural knowledge (TEK) that guides us in living in balance with the Earth.

What is land stewardship, and why is it important to teach our youth?

Land stewardship is the responsibility of caring for the Earth—protecting its soil, waters, plants, and animals so they can continue to sustain life. For Indigenous peoples, it is a way of life rooted in respect, reciprocity, and balance. Teaching our youth about stewardship ensures they carry forward traditional ecological knowledge, understand their role in protecting Mother Earth, and can continue our cultural practices for generations to come.

Why are invasive species such a threat to our ecosystems and Indigenous cultural practices?

Invasive species are plants and animals that spread aggressively and push out native species. They damage ecosystems by disrupting soil health, waterways, and wildlife habitats, and they threaten the plants and animals that Indigenous peoples rely on for food, medicine, fibers, and cultural practices. When invasive species take over, they erase not only biodiversity but also the cultural knowledge and traditions tied to those native species. Protecting against invasives is essential to preserving both the balance of the land and the survival of our cultural lifeways.

Why are traditional cultural burns important to the ecosystem and Indigenous ways of life?

Cultural burns are small, intentional fires practiced by Indigenous peoples for thousands of years to care for the land. These burns clear away overgrowth, return nutrients to the soil, reduce the risk of destructive wildfires, and create healthier habitats for plants and animals. Beyond the ecological benefits, cultural burning is a traditional practice that connects us to our ancestors, maintains our food and medicine sources, and teaches respect and responsibility for living in balance with the Earth.

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Based in Syracuse, New York, SGUA works with communities and partners through Indigenous-led education, foodways, and land stewardship.

Use the form above to ask about workshops, partnerships, sponsorships, or supporting our work. For program inquiries, please include your organization, location, preferred dates, and goals. sgua@sevengenerationsunitedassociation.org

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