Bridging Knowledge Systems and Perspectives to Inform Salmon Management and Research: A Kuskokwim River Case Study.

ABSTRACT: In this research, we bridge knowledge systems and perspectives from Indigenous and rural fishers alongside state and federal managers and biologists regarding the state of salmon management and research processes in the Kuskokwim Region of southwestern Alaska. The key objectives were to identify strategies to improve salmon management, document perspectives on Alaska Native inclusion in current management and research processes, and illustrate ways to develop more inclusive management processes and organizations. We also identify key opportunities and barriers to relationship building between Tribes and management agencies. Lastly, we explore perceptions of equity and equality and how research and management account for these dimensions. This was a two-component research project, with one

SUBMITTER: Esquible J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12516086 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature