Community-engaged research from a Diné-centered perspective.
Addressing quality of life through health and environmental research rooted in Navajo communities
Our Research
Learn more about the primary areas of research that support our community.
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Values & Principles
Get to know the fundamental principles guiding our knowledge keeping and research practices.
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Support Us
Partner with us to develop our most vital research priorities or donate to support our team of Diné researchers.
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ABOUT US
Revitalizing traditional knowledge practices for future generations.
Diné-Centered Research & Evaluation (DCR&E) is a non-profit organization dedicated to conducting research through traditional Diné knowledge ways. Western research methods often lack the cultural awareness to address root causes of emerging risks such as environmental harm.
By conducting research within Navajo communities using traditional methods, DCR&E documents essential insights to inform decision-making and policy to preserve ancestral lands for future generations.
Active Research Areas
DCR&E is currently exploring the following research topics impacting our community.
Water Protection
Understanding environmental impacts of industrial pollution on water quality.
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Navajo Energy Policy
Informing decision-making in Navajo energy and environmental policy.
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Fundamental Law
Integrating principles related to protecting Diné Life Ways and rights of nature.
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Youth Engagement
Training and education for Navajo youth to lead community-based research and advocacy.
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OUR TEAM
People power every change we create
EarthForward is driven by environmental experts, volunteers, educators, and community leaders who believe in practical climate action. Our team works across regions to plant trees, restore ecosystems, and empower communities with sustainable solutions – but real impact happens when more people get involved.
Ways to Get Involved: volunteer in local initiatives, partner with us as a business, support projects through donations, share our mission in your community.
From Our Community
Follow our milestones, volunteer stories, and environmental insights.
Reforestation Milestone Achieved: 100,000 Healthy Trees
We’ve reached a major environmental achievement thanks to community.
Volunteers Remove 3 Tons of Coastal Waste. How to join us?
A dedicated weekend effort that made a meaningful, lasting difference.
Schools Actively Join Climate Awareness Campaign
Expanding our education programs successfully to 12 new communities.
[mission statement] EarthForward is a non-profit organization focused on practical climate action – from reforestation and coastal clean-ups to sustainability education for youth and communities.
Contact us
Diné-Centered Research & Evaluation
[contact email] contact@dinecenteredresearch.org