🎉 Congrats to Nemonte Nenquimo, an Indigenous leader who was recognized this week for her contributions to advancing Indigenous rights. Nenquimo (Waorani) is a Nia Tero board member and founder of Amazon Frontlines and @alianzaceibo.
Read more at bit.ly/3Wi2LR5

Indigenous organizations from Peru and Brazil are banding together to push their governments to protect a large area of the Amazon that stretches from the Tapiche River in Peru to the Yavarí River in Brazil - which is home to isolated Indigenous Peoples. bit.ly/3wlDuL4

Experts say UN rules around forests and oil are open to abuse, so that countries like Guyana can claim to be carbon-negative without cutting emissions climatechangenews.com/2024/04/08/for…

For over a decade, #IndigenousPeoples have demanded a bigger share of international funding to protect nature and the climate. With only 1-2% of such finance reaching Indigenous Peoples directly, new funds offer hope for greater access. bit.ly/3QjpIiR

The latest episode of our Seedcast podcast takes us to Brazil, where thousands of Indigenous Peoples are gathered for the Free Land Camp – which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Dinamam Tuxá (Tuxá People) of Apib Oficial shares more. bit.ly/4aQWNuK

'It is the daily practice of peace with nature that allows the continuity of life.'
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Today is Indigenous Peoples Day in Brazil! We celebrate the rich cultures, generational wisdom and diversity of the country's first peoples.

“The contributions of #Indigenouswomen are invaluable to our societies. We must take action now to ensure they have equal access to finance and support, empowering them to lead and succeed' Sonia Guajajara.

Read full press release➡️bit.ly/4cZSqPv

‘Aulani Wilhelm (Kanaka ‘Ōiwi, Hawaiian Islands), Chief Strategy & External Relations Officer at Nia Tero, delivered powerful insights at Stanford University on Indigenous guardianship and its importance for protecting the Pacific Ocean. Read more:
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Exciting news! 📰 The fifth edition of our newspaper “Kimat Yachay” is now available. Dive into inspiring stories, impactful projects, and insightful articles that celebrate the wisdom and resilience of Indigenous communities worldwide. 🌍🌱

Discover the diverse perspectives,…

When Indigenous Peoples have the means to protect their lands and waters, Earth and all beings benefit. We forge transparent and just agreements w/Indigenous Peoples to ensure they can successfully defend and govern their territories, and manage their natural resources.

Congratulations to Waorani Indigenous leader Nemonte Nenquimo on being named a recipient of the TIME 100 Earth Awards 🌎

'Mother Earth will not be saved. She does not need you or anyone to save her. She demands respect,' Nenquimo writes.
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'[This] introduction to the UNPFII was fairly elaborate and well-presented. I went to the UNPFII for the first time without having an introduction, and I wish I had had this before.'
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As part of the award, Nemonte wrote an editorial piece in the magazine demanding respect for her home, her territory and those of other Indigenous nationalities.

“The award is a recognition for the strong #Indigenous movement in #Ecuador fighting against mining and oil extraction from ancestral land”, said Nemonte when she heard the news from TIME.

On April 1st TIME recognized our co-founder, Nemonte Nenquimo, with the TIME Earth Award 2024, among other important #climate activists 🌎.

There are roughly 476 million Indigenous peoples spread across 90 countries around the world. Despite their diversity, many share an unfortunate common thread - struggles for human rights. That's why the work of
@iprightsintl is so vital. Read more: bit.ly/49tKt2a

📢📢 Hoy, Oswaldo Muca Castizo, Coordinador General de OPIAC, dio la bienvenida a representantes de Brasil, Perú, Ecuador, Guayana, Surinam y Colombia; en el primer encuentro de Socios y Aliados de NIA TERO, en este espacio se busca facilitar el intercambio de saberes y…

Nia Tero, Indigenous Peoples’ Rights International - IPRI and the UN Voluntary Fund will hold four free virtual intensive trainings ahead of the 23rd Session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in New York City in April 2024. Learn more and sign up at bit.ly/3PHO5H0

As #WomensHistoryMonth comes to a close, we uplift another incredible Indigenous woman - Gunn-Britt Retter - who is also a member of ourIndigenous Advisory Council. She raises her voice to speak on behalf of #Indigenous rights as they face the impacts of climate change.