The Guardians of the Forest in Danger: A Call to Protect the Araribóia Indigenous Land

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 Guajajara, and Erisvan Bone Guajajara, the film exposes the devastating threats these communities face, including rampant deforestation and violence against forest protectors.

The Awá Guajá, known as one of the last hunter-gatherer tribes in the world, rely entirely on the forest for their survival. However, uncontrolled deforestation and illegal invasions threaten not only their way of life but also their rich ancestral culture. This documentary serves as both a stark reality check and a cry for justice, urging immediate action to safeguard the Amazon rainforest and the lives of its inhabitants.

By watching “Ka’a zar ukyze wà”, you will be transported to the heart of the Amazon, where the spiritual and cultural connection with nature is as profound as the urgency to protect it. This is a vital reminder that preserving the forests and their people is not just an environmental cause but a humanitarian one.

Watch the full documentary here and be inspired to support the cause of these guardians of the forest. At Queen of the Forest, we are deeply committed to honoring and protecting Indigenous cultures and their sacred territories. Join us in this journey of awareness and preservation!