Indigenous People

We collaborate with Indigenous communities to weave a tapestry of cultural reverence and ecological harmony. Our journey begins with Indigenous peoples, whose ancestral knowledge sustains the balance of our planet.

Indigenous People

Indigenous peoples in South America are critical to preserving the planet’s biodiversity, managing 22% of the world’s land, which holds 80% of global biodiversity and 36% of intact ecosystems.These territories are vital carbon sinks, absorbing around 7.6 billion tons of CO2 annually due to their healthy vegetation.

In the Amazon, home to over 400 indigenous groups, indigenous territories store 73 billion tons of carbon, playing a fundamental role in regulating the global climate.

Indigenous Stewardship

Despite their enormous contributions to environmental conservation, indigenous peoples in South America live in a precarious state. Most indigenous communities suffer from high levels of poverty. This economic disparity creates a significant gap between them and the rest of the region, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation and marginalization.

Access to basic services such as healthcare, education, and economic opportunities remains limited, further exacerbating
their struggles.

This deep connection to the land means that indigenous communities are often the first to notice changes in ecosystems, from shifts in species populations to the impacts
of climate change.

Their adaptive strategies, developed over centuries, offer valuable insights for modern conservation and climate resilience efforts. Indigenous stewardship has proven to be one of the most effective methods for protecting biodiversity and mitigating climate change.

Arhuacos - Karwa Community