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Author of 'Braiding Sweetgrass' | Distinguished Teaching Professor at SUNY | Speaker on Environment and Indigenous Knowledge

Robin Wall Kimmerer Speaking Fee: $30,000 to $50,000

Author of 'Braiding Sweetgrass' | Distinguished Teaching Professor at SUNY | Speaker on Environment and Indigenous Knowledge

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Robin Wall Kimmerer
Speaking Fee:
$30,000 to $50,000

Travels From:
DCA - Washington, DC

Primary Topic Category:
Environment

Secondary Topic Category:
Native & Indigenous

 

Robin Wall Kimmerer Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Robin Wall Kimmerer is an accomplished author, scientist, and educator, recognized for her work that blends indigenous knowledge with scientific understanding. An enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, she is a SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor of Environmental Biology and the founder of the Center for Native Peoples and the Environment. Her renowned books, including Braiding Sweetgrass and Gathering Moss, have garnered wide acclaim for their insightful exploration of humanity's relationship with the natural world.

Robin Wall Kimmerer is a botanist, professor, and author whose work interweaves indigenous wisdom with scientific knowledge to foster a deeper connection with the natural world. Born in 1953, Kimmerer is an enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Botany from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY-ESF) and both a Master's and a Ph.D. in Botany from the University of Wisconsin. Kimmerer's career is distinguished by her commitment to integrating indigenous perspectives into environmental science. She is the founder and director of the Center for Native Peoples and the Environment at SUNY-ESF, where she also serves as a Distinguished Teaching Professor of Environmental Biology. Her work aims to bridge the gap between traditional ecological knowledge and contemporary scientific practices, promoting sustainability and environmental stewardship. Her literary contributions have significantly impacted both academic and public audiences. Kimmerer's first book, Gathering Moss: A Natural and Cultural History of Mosses, won the John Burroughs Medal for nature writing. Her second book, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants, has been widely celebrated for its eloquent portrayal of the reciprocal relationship between humans and the natural world. This book has sold over two million copies and has been adapted for young adults to further spread its ecological message. Kimmerer's contributions extend beyond writing. She is a MacArthur Fellow and has received numerous awards for her work, including the 2024 Stone Award for Literary Achievement. Her teachings and writings emphasize the importance of recognizing the personhood of plants and understanding our role within the larger ecological community. Residing on an old farm in upstate New York, Kimmerer continues to inspire through her lectures, writings, and dedicated efforts to blend science with the rich knowledge of indigenous cultures.
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