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Bridging knowledge systems to guide natural resource decision-making
Finn Danielsen1, Mark Nuttall2, Naima El Bani Altuna3
1Nordic Foundation for Development and Ecology (NORDECO), Copenhagen DK-1159, Denmark.
Trends in Ecology & Evolution
|January 23, 2026
Summary
Knowledge co-assessment provides a practical way to include Indigenous and local knowledge in resource management. This approach enhances governance legitimacy, inclusivity, and actionability, especially in the Arctic.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Social Science
- Indigenous Studies
Background:
- International agreements emphasize integrating Indigenous and local knowledge (ILK) into resource management.
- Practical frameworks for ILK integration remain underdeveloped, hindering effective implementation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose knowledge co-assessment as a feasible pathway for ILK integration.
- To provide practical guidance for equitable engagement, communication, and scaling of ILK in resource management.
Main Methods:
- Drawing on case studies and practical examples from the Arctic region.
- Analyzing experiences to develop principles for co-assessment.
Main Results:
- Knowledge co-assessment offers a viable method for incorporating diverse knowledge systems.
- Guidance developed for equitable engagement, communication, and scaling enhances governance.
Conclusions:
- Knowledge co-assessment strengthens the legitimacy, inclusivity, and actionability of resource governance.
- This approach supports effective and equitable resource management by valuing diverse knowledge sources.
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