Stephen Cornell

Stephen Cornell is a prominent anthropologist and researcher known for studying Native American communities and issues of indigenous governance and economic development. He is a professor at the University of Arizona and co-directs the U.S.-Mexico Indigenous Governance Program. Cornell's work focuses on understanding how indigenous peoples manage their resources, navigate legal systems, and strengthen their communities through self-governance and cultural revitalization. His research aims to promote sustainable development while respecting cultural identities and sovereignty, making significant contributions to both academic scholarship and practical policy approaches for indigenous nations.