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Teao brings essential cultural knowledge and real-world insight to the team. With strong community connections and FLL problem-solving skills, he helps the group understand traditional land use, local water history, and the importance of protecting natural resources. TeAo is also a hands-on researcher—he assists with field checks, observes water flow patterns, and helps verify the locations S.A.G.E. identifies.
His perspective strengthens the team’s commitment to Impact, Discovery, and honoring the land’s long memory.