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The illustration portrays three Indigenous women from the Amazon rainforest

December 18, 2025

COP30: Wins and Disappointments from the ‘Indigenous Peoples’ Climate COP’

Interview by Luana Polinesio, Image by Cindy Chischilly (Dine)

The 30th U.N. climate conference in the Brazilian Amazon drew thousands of Indigenous Peoples. One remarkable win for Indigenous rights was the recognition and demarcation of Kaxuyana-Tunayana Indigenous Land and three other territories in Brazil.

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An Indigenous woman protesting or advocating for Indigenous rights at a public event with a sign.

September 10, 2025

Amplifying Indigenous Voices: Investing in Strategic Communications in the Amazon

This year, Nia Tero kicked off a webinar series that spotlights practical ways to strengthen Indigenous Peoples' capacity by funding long-term communications teams, training and tools, and networks that elevate local voices.

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Indigenous Peoples, partners, and guests gathered for the launch of the Greater Tumucumaque Program in the Brazilian northern Amazon. Photo by Kamikia Kisedje.

November 14, 2024

15-Year Partnership Launched to Strengthen Indigenous Guardianship in the Brazilian Amazon

The Greater Tumucumaque Program will last 15 years, contributing to territorial protection, biodiversity monitoring, and tackling the climate crisis.

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The Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development of Colombia, Susana Muhamad, attended the Match of Our Lives. Photo by Luana Polinesio / Nia Tero

October 31, 2024

The Match of Our Lives: Amplifying Indigenous Guardianship at COP16

By Luana Polinesio

A public soccer match during COP16 between Indigenous Peoples and Colombian professional women's soccer players highlighted the vital role that Indigenous Peoples play in protecting nature.

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