This edition of Waterproof is all about how modern-day science and age-old indigenous knowledge can be used to solve today’s water crises. So, not one or the other but both, fused together to come up with solutions to our common and increasing problems.

Tracy spoke to four water experts from all over the world: a Maya from Mexico, a Fijian, a Sami woman from Sweden, and a native Hawaiian. They were members of an indigenous delegation to the 2025 Stockholm Water Week. And they all agree: their voices need to beheard.

All this, plus amazing Lo-TEK solutions to today’s High Tech problems. Find out what they are in this edition of Waterproof: The Indigenous Voice. 

Our guests are:

• Julia Watson: landscape architect and author of the book Lo-TEK.
• Dr. Yolanda López Maldonado: indigenous Maya woman and founder of Indigenous Science.
• Anna-Kari Kroik: Stockholm-based, Sami teacher.
• Dr. KaiLei’a Duriano: indigenous Scientist fromHawaii.
• Dr. Milika Sobey: Senior Technical Adviser-CoastalEcosystems.

Waterproof is the Partners for Water podcast that travels the globe sharing uplifting stories about how today’s water crises are being tackled through smart ideas, local knowledge and international partnerships. Hosted by water expert Tracy Metz, Waterproof delves into crucial water themes with local and international experts, researchers, practitioners and other water professionals.

Find more information here: https://partnersforwater.nl/news/waterproof-podcast/