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Article Name :
The Role of Traditional Beliefs Systems in Environmental Management: A Case of Igbo Society
Author Name :
IGBOKWE BENEDICT NKEMDIRIM, OMEIRE EDWARD UCHE
Publisher :
Bridge Center
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Abstract :
In recent times, there has been a growing awareness among both environmentalist and researchers alike about the role of Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and Practices in environmental conservation and climate change mitigation. There are sufficient evidences inherent in indigenous knowledge system and practice across the globe in support of this proposition. Among the Igbos of Southern Nigeria, there are numerous proofs in support of this characterization manifest in Igbo cosmology and cultural practices. Traditional conservation practices in Igbo land have existed for many years before western intrusion and subsequent colonization. These cultural practices which are transmitted from one generation to another are infused with pro- environmental values that reinforces resource stewardship and conservation at various levels of Igbo society. This exploratory paper highlights the role of Igbo traditional belief and practices in natural resources conservation and management. Using Values, Beliefs and Norms theory as a theoretical construct the authors opine that the Igbo traditional belief system and practices are imbued with proenvironmental values that promote resource stewardship which should be studied, embraced by all in our quest to save our endangered earth.
Keywords :
traditional beliefs systems, environmental management, Igbo society
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