Shawn Stevens, AVF Board Member and Mohican cultural educator, shares his journey from multi-generational trauma to the healing power of reclaiming heritage and homecoming;
In this compelling short film, by award-winnning documentary filmmaker Roger Vanoro.

His story is an urgent call to bridge the divide between ‘us’ and ‘them,’
where history meets hope; prophecy meets reality;
and healing meets leadership and community engagement.


WHO WE ARE. WHAT WE DO.

OUR MISSION IS TO BUILD ALLIANCES AND develop leadership
for bioregional climate solutions and intercultural peacemaking.

We are rooted in deep respect for indigenous principles of community and commitment to living systems, and we are working in service of a compassionate, sustainable, and viable future for our children. We fulfill our mission through council-based programs and community events in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts and throughout the Northeast bioregion.

Explore the Climate Leadership book written by the Executive Director of Alliance for a Viable Future, Lev Natan

Learn more about our climate councils and why they’re vital for creating bioregional climate solutions and intercultural peacemaking.

Explore our podcast and many recordings of past events, council conversations, and trainings.

 
 

Watch this 4-minute video from Indigenous People’s Day 2022 in Great Barrington, Massachusetts



Ceremonial walk in Great Barrington, MA during Indigenous People's Day weekend, 2022.