Adapting Traditions to Climate Change : The Impact on Indigenous Food Systems in the North American Arctic

Key Points

• The review aims to explore how climate change disrupts traditional food systems and affects food security in Indigenous Arctic communities.
• Review of existing literature on Indigenous food systems and climate change impacts
• Analysis of adaptive strategies employed by Indigenous communities
• Focus on cultural connections to native species and foodways
• Nearly half of Indigenous Arctic communities experience food insecurity due to climate impacts.
• Adaptation strategies include cultural preservation and sustainable practices to enhance food security.
• Disruption of traditional foodways significantly affects community health and economy.