Archaeologist Kristina Douglass studies the adaptation methods of Indigenous communities in southwest Madagascar to tackle current climate challenges. Through her work in the Velondriake Marine Protected Area, Douglass and her team investigate how these communities managed their environments sustainably over time. Their research utilizes archaeological evidence, remote sensing analyses, and oral histories to explore past human experiences and solutions. Douglass emphasizes the importance of aligning their research with community needs, aiming to support these communities through informed strategies to address climate issues.
"It's like being in a library of human experience and looking for the perfect book to deal with a question that has just come up today."
"I really like to think of our work as being in service and in support of communities, and being guided by community needs."
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