We acknowledge that the Sugar River Region rests on the ancestral lands of the Abenaki and Pennacook peoples, who nurtured and protected this land for countless generations. We recognize the profound knowledge and cultural heritage they have imparted on the region, while also acknowledging the historical injustices and displacement they have endured. With deep respect, we commit to listening to Indigenous voices and supporting their efforts to reclaim and revitalize their cultural practices. We hold gratitude for their stewardship and acknowledge our responsibility to honor and preserve this land and its Indigenous heritage, working towards a future of equity, inclusivity and justice for all.