Chief Devon🌎

Chief of the GCDBCC Tribe | Williams College Alumni | Coastal Resilience Analyst at the Environmental Defense Fund

[National Marine Sanctuary Foundation @marinesanctuary]

This #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we express our gratitude for the wisdom of Indigenous leaders around our national marine sanctuaries, & reaffirm our commitment to listening to, learning from & uplifting the voices of these communities. Read more: https://t.co/pcJsyPn9vp

[EDF @EnvDefenseFund]

Today is #WorldOceanDay! 🌊

In a warming world, protecting our oceans is more critical than ever. EDF's @DevonParfait underscored the urgent need to build resilience at #CHOW24 – a major opportunity to take action for our stronger, healthier future.

[National Marine Sanctuary Foundation @marinesanctuary]

"Leadership is not just a title, it's a decision," says Chief
@devonparfait of the Grand Caillou/Dulac band of Biloxi Chitimacha Choctaw during the closing remarks of Day Two of #CHOW2024!

[National Marine Sanctuary Foundation @marinesanctuary]

"[The future] I believe should be guided by Indigenous wisdom...to survive is to work together, and that is why symbiotic relationships are the cornerstone of life on Earth" - Chief @devonparfait of the Grand Caillou/Dulac band of Biloxi Chitimacha Choctaw #CHOW2024

[National Marine Sanctuary Foundation @marinesanctuary]

"The goal is to hold Indigenous knowledge and western science in a mutual knowledge space, so that when we move into the decision-making space, we are viewing the world with both eyes" - @devonparfait of the Grand Caillou/Dulac band of Biloxi Chitimacha Choctaw #CHOW2024

[National Marine Sanctuary Foundation @marinesanctuary]

"Because of the rigid systems we have in place, we are not able to adapt fast enough" to land loss, coastal flooding, and hurricanes on the Louisiana coastline, says Chief @devonparfait of the Grand Caillou/Dulac band of Biloxi Chitimacha Choctaw & @EnvDefenseFund at #CHOW2024

[Williams College @WilliamsCollege]

Devon Parfait ’22 (@devonparfait) and geology professor Rónadh Cox (@Ronadh_Cox) discuss the impact of land loss on Louisiana's Grand Caillou/Dulac Band of Biloxi Chitimacha Choctaw Tribe in this @AGU_Eos feature. https://t.co/KZClUkMJqy

[Kate Boicourt @KateBoicourt]

Go @riverkeeper + @OurWaterfront in your advocacy day, and thank you for supporting the Climate Resilient NY Act of 2024, and to @SenatorHarckham for your leadership on climate resilience! @GrowingReturns @EnvDefenseFund @tylertabaWA @jeremycherson1 @Tracyworks.

[The Pointe Au Chien Tribe (PACIT) @Pointe_Au_Chien]

Meet the chief of a La. tribe fleeing a sinking 'paradise' | Environment | https://t.co/IWWJSBL1Y6 https://t.co/PIAjsRKtyK

[#REDESCA @DESCA_CIDH]

#UnitedStates | The climate emergency is affecting the existence and dignity of indigenous populations, as @DESCA_CIDH was able to witness in its visit to Alaska and Louisiana.
Check out our press release, as well as the conclusions and observations ➟ https://t.co/U1STmbJywb

[Envision Resilience @envisionrc]

Chief @devonparfait is navigating a future affected by climate change as erosion & sea level rise threaten the @GCDBCCTribe's ancestral lands in coastal Louisiana. He strives use technical solutions to protect the land and "let [it] heal naturally." https://t.co/LdX8R5A75S

[Omega Center for Sustainable Living @Omega_OCSL]

Devon Parfait, 25, knows climate change may wipe out his people's lands, but he’s not willing to lose their culture, too. @devonparfait @yesmagazine https://t.co/nOafJQNWzB

[Kate Boicourt @KateBoicourt]

Geaux @devonparfait, for getting recognized about your work representing your community! https://t.co/Re0VaZRGVw

[EDF Growing Returns @GrowingReturns]

🔔@EnvDefenseFund's @devonparfait recently became the new chief of the Grand Caillou/Dulac band of Biloxi-Chitimacha-Choctaw in coastal Louisiana. Now he is sharing how climate change directly impacts his community and why he’s advocating for change. https://t.co/37ZaDndSXG

[Chief Devon🌎 @devonparfait]

Join our team! Great group of people doing awesome things. https://t.co/OD7RumN6Nn

[Unitarian Universalist Service Committee @UUSC]

From the bayou to the boardroom! 🌊🏢 Meet @devonparfait, the 25-year-old tribal chief navigating climate change, protecting his people, & preserving customs! 🌎 We are proud to partner with the @lowlandercenter based in Louisiana!
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[Chief Devon🌎 @devonparfait]

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[Williams College @WilliamsCollege]

Devon Parfait '22, chief of the Grand Caillou/Dulac band of Biloxi Chitimacha Choctaw, discusses how his geoscience research at Williams and professional experiences have empowered him to advocate for his tribal community in this @RollingStone feature. https://t.co/33YmvWOvXD

[EDF Growing Returns @GrowingReturns]

EDF expert @esteinhilber is moderating a panel about climate solutions at @WHRO. The discussion is ahead of a new @novapbs documentary focused on resilience to extreme weather and starts a conversation about combating climate challenges. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/mF1PGzKGzc