Forever the Forest

Guardians of Tradition and Keepers of Wisdom Indigenous women play a central and often underappreciated role in the preservation of ancestral cultures. As the bearers of tradition, they are responsible for safeguarding knowledge, practices, and values that have been passed down through generations. From their roles in family and community to their leadership in environmental […]

Ailton Krenak is more than an indigenous leader—he is a poet, philosopher, environmentalist, and one of the most powerful contemporary voices for the rights of Mother Earth and her original peoples. Born in 1953 in Minas Gerais, Brazil, and a proud member of the Krenak people, Ailton has spent his life advocating for the Amazon, […]

Empowering Indigenous Communities to Save the Amazon Why: Indigenous peoples are the traditional guardians of the Amazon and have lived sustainably within it for centuries. Supporting their land rights is key to forest conservation. Actions: Strengthening Legal Rights: Indigenous communities need robust legal recognition to protect their lands from deforestation and exploitation. Governments must prioritize […]

Amazon at the Center of Global Decisions The Amazon is often called the “lungs of the world” due to its essential role in regulating the global climate and capturing carbon dioxide. However, it is also a region of great vulnerability, facing challenges such as deforestation, fires, illegal mining, and biodiversity loss. In 2025, the city […]

Exploring the Astonishing Diversity of Amazonian Insects The Amazon rainforest is home to millions of insect species. Rainforest insects range from the tiny to the enormous — but all play vital roles in the ecosystem. The Amazon Rainforest, often referred to as the “lungs of the Earth”, is a sprawling ecosystem that teems with life. […]

Properties of Jurema Preta Rapeh Jurema Preta Rapeh is one of the most renowned types of rapéh for its spiritual and medicinal properties. It is made from the bark and root of the Jurema Preta tree (Mimosa tenuiflora), which is highly revered in Indigenous traditions and spiritual practices in Brazil, particularly in the Northeast and […]

Discover the astonishing aquatic diversity of the Amazon region and its importance to nature The marine animals that inhabit the Amazon region are fascinating examples of adaptations and ecological interconnections. Although the area is primarily known for its dense tropical rainforest and rich terrestrial biodiversity, the Amazon’s aquatic ecosystems host a surprising variety of aquatic […]

A Powerful Story of Resistance and the Fight to Save the Amazon “Ka’a zar ukyze wà – The Guardians of the Forest in Danger” is a powerful documentary showcasing the struggle of the Guajajara and Awá Guajá Indigenous peoples to defend the Araribóia Indigenous Land in Maranhão, Brazil. Directed by Flay Guajajara, Edivan dos Santos […]

Seeing Nature as Sacred and Interwoven with Daily Life In Indigenous cultures around the world, particularly among forest peoples, nature is not merely a backdrop to life—it is life itself. Every river, tree, mountain, and animal carries a spirit, and human beings are seen as part of this intricate web of life. This worldview, rooted […]

Nature’s Gift to Sustainability Nature is an endless source of resources that sustain life, and the Sapindus saponaria, also known as the “soap plant” or “soapberry,” is an extraordinary example of the Amazon rainforest’s generosity. This fascinating tree, native to tropical regions of the Americas, has been used for centuries by Indigenous communities and traditional […]