Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Demographic Resilience in Marginalized Societies

Abstract

This paper analyzes the impact of Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) on preserving the
demographic resilience of vulnerable populations. Employing an ethnographic review, ecological
study, and demographic simulation, we assess the impacts of TEK on adaptive capacity and
sustainability. Results show a profound impact of TEK on social capital, resource betterment, and
environmental stress coping strategies. These findings point towards TEK as a major factor aiding
vulnerable populations in overcoming challenges while proposing methods for considering TEK
into modern policy frameworks.