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The Threads that Connect Us​

This artwork is a reflection of the kinship between People and Place, Humans and Earth. The messages are multilayered and interconnected, symbolising the essence of positive health and wellbeing (both human and non-human) as a collaborative pursuit, as is dis-ease. This message is conveyed by First Nations Peoples all over the world, and in Australia we say “If Country is sick, so are we”.

‘The Threads that Connect Us’ shares a story of kinship. “Every plant in the bush, from the smallest algae to the largest gum tree, is connected by intricate little threads called mycelium. These intertwined threads lead to a series of underground fungal matrix called the mycorrhizal network. The health and wellbeing of the bush relies on this living system… as do we… The knowledge of this living system has been passed down from generation to generation, over thousands of years. Through story, ceremony and traditional practices, we have cared for Country and for us, Country is all things. Country is the plants and animals, the river, the people, it’s the living system of life.

Kisani Upward, Gamilaraay/Wiradjuri Yinarr (Woman), PhD Candidate of the University of New England, Aboriginal Health & Wellbeing Researcher at the Djurali Centre, Chair of the Manna Institutes First Nations Advisory Group and member of the CCM Indigenous Advisory Board.

Cartoons​

The cartoons used throughout this report were created by Hameed “Ham” Khan and Eugenia Rojo of the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre in response to discussions during Connecting Climate Minds dialogues and convening events.

Illustrations​

The illustrations used throughout this report were created by Rebeka Ryvola de Kremer of the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre.

Fostering Connection through Serious Fun​

Dr Pablo Suarez, Innovation Lead at the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre, was a visionary in fostering connection and creativity through "serious fun". Connecting Climate Minds sought to uplift voices and foster connections to illuminate a path for transformative action. Dr Suarez played a pivotal role in the vision of Connecting Climate Minds, including in the use of creative games and cartoonists through dialogues - the results of which illuminate this agenda.

Glossary of key concepts used in the global research and action agenda

Appendix for detailed background information, methods and analysis