Dr. Jessica Hernandez (Binnizá & Maya Ch'orti') is a distinguished Indigenous scholar, scientist, and community advocate based in the Pacific Northwest. Her academic journey spans marine sciences and environmental physics, and she is a vocal advocate for climate justice and land rights through her scientific and community engagements.
Hernandez is the esteemed author of the award-winning book "Fresh Banana Leaves: Healing Indigenous Landscapes through Indigenous Science," and is currently working on her second book, "Growing Papaya Trees: Nurturing Indigenous Roots of Climate Displacement & Justice." Forbes recognized Hernandez as one of the 100 most powerful and influential women in Central America. |