The Slaying of the Sacred Thread: The Vanishing of West Papua’s UNESCO-Recognized Noken for Palm Oil and Sugarcane
The Noken is not merely a bag; to the indigenous peoples of West Papua, it is a “second womb,” a symbol of fertility, and a profound connection to the living … Continue Reading The Slaying of the Sacred Thread: The Vanishing of West Papua’s UNESCO-Recognized Noken for Palm Oil and Sugarcane
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