Indigenous knowledge and local knowledge  can provide important understanding for acting effectively on climate risk and can help diversify knowledge that may enrich adaptation policy and practice . Indigenous Peoples have been faced with adaptation challenges for centuries and have developed strategies for resilience in changing environments that can enrich and strengthen current and future adaptation efforts. Valuing IK and LK is also important for recognition, a key component of climate justice. 
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