ABSTRACT
This chapter unravels the complex terminology used to describe Indigenous Knowledge. Reflecting on the discussions about Indigenous Knowledge that began in 1983, the chapter argues that the challenge has been to describe Indigenous Knowledge in terms that cannot be misconstrued by Indigenous Peoples themselves. Based on his own decades-long fieldwork in the Americas, in this chapter the author argues against the notion that Indigenous Knowledge is magical, misguided, or misanthropic. Yes, Indigenous communities are key allies in the efforts to protect the environment and their purpose and pride reflected in their knowledge should not be undermined.
