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POLICY 35: Climate partnerships

This policy states:

Partner with American Indian and other overburdened communities to collaborate on climate solutions. (Met Council)

What is a policy?
Policies are statements of intent and approach to regional issues or topics, independently and with partners.

Actions

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Strengthen partnerships with American Indian and other overburdened communities to support collaborative climate and natural systems work, respecting Tribal sovereignty, self-determination, and cultural practices. (Met Council) 

Facilitate regular forums for knowledge-sharing between Tribal Nations, American Indian communities, and underrepresented communities to hear their perspectives on climate and natural systems work. (Met Council) 

Co-create regionally actionable climate solutions with Tribal Nations, American Indian communities, and underrepresented communities. (Met Council) 

What is an action?
Actions are the specific activities to implement policies and achieve the goals and objectives.