Kelsey Leonard: Why lakes and rivers should have the same rights as humans

The video discusses the importance of recognizing water as a living entity deserving legal personhood. It highlights historical injustices faced by Indigenous peoples and current global water crises. The speaker argues for a transformation in how we value water, drawing on Indigenous legal systems and successful examples worldwide. The video concludes with a call to action for individuals to advocate for water rights and reconnect with water.

What role do Indigenous legal systems play in the speaker's argument?

In what ways does the speaker suggest we can restore our connection to water?

What actions does the speaker encourage individuals to take for water protection?

What does the speaker mean by 'water is life'?