The extraordinary developments in the field of IK have crystallised the main tenant of interaction with the natural world that is 'integral to a cultural complex that also encompasses language, systems of classification, resource use practices, social interactions, ritual and spirituality' . Inuit have used their knowledge of the land and coastal seas to design technology, monitoring systems  and new hunting routes that respond to the changes they face . Such examples of 'adaptation success' across Inuit Nunaat have been showcased and celebrated nationally and internationally , and all are underpinned by Inuit knowledge and pivot on their right to self-determination. This is also embodied, for example, in Canada; the National Inuit Climate Change Strategy outlines the collective Canadian Inuit plan for climate action, centring on Inuit-determined priorities to protect their culture, language and way of life, and guiding partners in how to work with Inuit on implementing this strategy . Their action on adaptation also spans scales from local to international. As far back as 1977, Inuit have been organised and involved at the international level. Inuit were present at the Rio Earth Summit and have participated in diverse but interrelated United Nations conventions to protect their homelands . This history gives us unique insight and positions us as both leaders and partners with the ability to engage directly with governments, business and others.
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Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability
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