KSKHAW-UMWS: Themkhanmung Humao 3rd trip 2023-11-30 (DSLR, Canon EOS 200D II)
Director: Khiupanang Gangmei, Themkhanmung Humao; Cinematographer: Themkhanmung Humao
Duration: 00:36:54; Aspect Ratio: 1.778:1; Hue: 28.275; Saturation: 0.185; Lightness: 0.006; Volume: 0.054; Cuts per Minute: 1.246
Summary: Green Hub Fellows: Khiupanang Gangmei, Themkhanmung Humao
Film Title: Lawkyntang, A Sacred Grove Binds Us Together
Set in Laitkynsew village in the Khasi Hills of Meghalaya, this short film explores the efforts to preserve sacred groves, known as ‘Lawkyntang’, which are vital for protecting wildlife and medicinal plants. These sacred groves benefit both nature and the local communities. However, only a few of the 215 sacred groves across the region remain intact, and the film follows a team working to revive them.
The Ka Synjuk Ki Hima Arliang Wah Umiam Mawphlang Welfare Society leads these conservation efforts through community-run projects, including a REDD+ initiative aimed at halting deforestation, reversing environmental damage, and regenerating forests. The film also touches on the challenges faced by local villagers, many of whom take up daily-wage work in stone quarries. By offering alternative livelihood options, the project seeks to reduce dependence on environmentally harmful activities.
The film highlights ecotourism as a growing initiative in Laitkynsew village, providing opportunities for youth to work as tour guides and for women to engage in hospitality.
The Ka Synjuk Ki Hima Arliang Wah Umiam Mawphlang Welfare Society (KSKHAW-UMWS), also referred to as the Federation, is a non-profit organization representing 10 indigenous Khasi governments and their 62 villages.
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Community Meeting
Eco-tourism
Site mentors
The Green Hub-Royal Enfield Responsible Fellows are holding a meeting with their site mentors.
Community People
Village
Laitkynsew Village, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya
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Junita Nongkynrig (Community Facilitator, Synjuk NGO) is doing a household survey.
Medicinal Plant
Organic Healing
Traditional Medicine
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A traditional healer is treating a patient using medicinal herbs.
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General shots of a medicinal herbs.
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A traditional healer is treating a patient using medicinal herbs.
Community People
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Food
General shots of the food and vegetable.
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Vegetable
An interview with Junita Khongwar (Patient, Diengkynthong Village).
Interview
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