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The Jaguar: Guardian of the Amazon 

April 15, 2025
Jaguar

In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, one elusive and powerful creature reigns supreme—the jaguar. Known as el tigre in much of South America, the…

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Colombia Makes History: Legal Protection for Indigenous Peoples in Isolation

April 14, 2025
Isolated indigenous peoples long house aerial view in the Colombian Amazon

Colombia Makes History: Legal Protection for Isolated Indigenous peoples in Colombia In a groundbreaking move, the Colombian government has taken an unprecedented step to protect Indigenous…

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The Unresolved Fight For Indigenous Land Rights In Suriname: UPDATE

April 1, 2025
Wuta, Trio man from the indigenous village of Kwamalasamutu in southern Suriname.

UPDATE: A Critical Moment  With just over a month left in the current government’s term, recent legislative changes in Suriname threaten to halt enormous momentum…

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Why Indigenous Land Rights Matter: A Powerful Message from the Amazon 

March 17, 2025
Telma Taurepang singing

An Indigenous Voice at a Global Event Imagine standing in front of some of the world’s most powerful business leaders and telling them they need…

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The Amazon Rainforest: Fascinating Facts About Its Importance and Biodiversity

February 28, 2025
Winding river through the Colombian Amazon Rainforest

The Amazon Rainforest represents one of the most vital ecosystems on Earth, home to an incredible variety of plants, animals, and indigenous tribes. As the…

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The Unresolved Fight For Indigenous Land Rights In Suriname

February 25, 2025
Wuta, Trio man from the indigenous village of Kwamalasamutu in southern Suriname.

In recent years, indigenous communities across the Americas have fought hard to protect their land. From Standing Rock in the U.S. to protests in Brazil,…

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Stingless Beekeeping: A Sweet Solution for Culture and Community

February 25, 2025

Sustainable Stingless Beekeeping for Conservation In the heart of Suriname, Colombia and Brazil, sustainable stingless beekeeping for conservation is doing more than just producing honey—it’s…

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New Indigenous Cultural Center in the Brazilian Amazon

February 25, 2025
Indigenous healers gathered in the forest. Photo by Amanda Lelis.

Indigenous Health Sovereignty in the Amazon In a world increasingly defined by political turmoil, conflict, and environmental crises, stories of resilience and hope shine even…

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Beyond Borders: Uniting for Indigenous-Led Conservation in the Amazon

February 12, 2025

Amazon Conservation Team Collaboration in Colombia Earlier this month, ACT’s international staff gathered in Bogotá, Colombia, to reinforce our commitment to working across boundaries and…

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ACT Inaugurates New Indigenous Cultural Center in the Brazilian Amazon

October 15, 2024
Indigenous community healer treating a patient in the new Kapai and Aretina Knowledge Guardians Center. Photos by Amanda Lelis

We live in an age of unprecedented global chaos—political turmoil, a seemingly endless cycle of conflict in the Middle East, and wildfires ravaging the Amazon,…

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