Mother Law is the Law of the Land

What can ancestral teachings teach us about leadership, identity, and our responsibilities to one another? 

In this episode of Wisdom Keepers, Mohawk Clan Mother Louise “Mama Bear” Herne shares teachings rooted in the story of Sky Woman and the beginnings of the Haudenosaunee world. She explores Mother Law, women’s leadership, and the responsibilities carried across generations to restore identity, culture, and connection. 

In this episode, you’ll hear about: 

-The story of Sky Woman and the beginnings of the Haudenosaunee world 

-Mother Law and its connection to the land 

-Women’s leadership and the role of Clan Mothers 

-Cultural identity and the importance of ancestral teachings

-Responsibilities carried from one generation to the next 

About the Wisdom Keeper 

Louise “Mama Bear” Herne is a Mohawk Clan Mother who shares teachings about culture, identity, leadership, community, and the responsibilities we have to future generations. 

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About the Music   

Stories can be shared in all kinds of ways, including through song. In theWisdom Keepers series, you’ll notice the enchanting vocal and flute melodies from ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bear Fox⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Mignon Geli⁠⁠⁠⁠, inspired by the language, traditions, and stories of the Mohawk Nation. These songs reflect the messages, spirit and wisdom passed down from their ancestors and through today’s generations.   

Acknowledgement: Wisdom Keepers highlights the essential role of Indigenous and community leadership in conservation. The series was co-produced by Annabelle Le Jeune and ⁠⁠⁠Raine Media,⁠⁠⁠ with additional production support provided by Eric Noyes and Ximena Marquez Abbona. We extend our gratitude to the Elders and their support networks for their thoughtful review and contributions throughout the production process.  

Photo credit: ©Mother Louise “Mama Bear” Herne