Land in Common does its work on land that has been marked by a long history of injustice, resistance, and resilience. We recognize the original Wabanaki caretakers of this land that is now called “Maine,” and we honor their elders, past, present, and future. We acknowledge the many histories of racism, colonialism, and exploitation that have excluded so many people and communities from land-based livelihood. We honor the strength and resilience of all those who have resisted and persisted, and who have passed on the dream of a more just and equitable world. We commit ourselves to the work of reckoning, reparation, and healing, and to learning from the wisdom of those most impacted by injustice. We recognize that we are at the beginning of our journey of putting our values into practice, and we welcome all input about how best to proceed.
