Festival of Forest Peoples in Belém with music and films receives registrations for workshops
The Festival of Forest Peoples in Belém is currently accepting registrations for creative workshops, featuring audiovisual presentations, music, and other cultural activities focused on Amazonian indigenous and traditional communities.
MPF warns of mercury contamination risk from illegal mining in communities in the interior of AM
The Federal Public Ministry of Brazil has raised concerns about potential mercury contamination affecting indigenous and riverside communities due to illegal mining activities in the Rio Tonantins region.
MPF sues against carbon credit projects in AM and points out violations of the rights of traditional communities
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) has filed lawsuits against carbon credit projects in southern Amazonas for alleged violations of the rights of indigenous and traditional communities.
Two chiefs are arrested in operation against suspects of conflicts between farmers and indigenous people in Bahia
Two indigenous leaders were arrested in Bahia, Brazil, during an operation targeting conflicts between rural producers and indigenous communities.
Indigenous impasse threatens completion of railway between Mato Grosso and Goiás
The construction of the Fico railway project in Brazil is at risk of delay due to conflicts with indigenous communities, with 20% of the project currently stalled.
Hindou Oumaru Ibrahim, climate activist: "We cannot accept that those who destroy the earth come and pose as environmentalists"
Chadian climate activist Hindou Oumaru Ibrahim highlights the detrimental impact of climate change on indigenous communities and calls for recognition of their ancestral knowledge at international conferences.
New law creates actions to combat religious racism in MS
The state of Mato Grosso do Sul has enacted law nº 6.556/2026 to combat religious racism targeting Black and Indigenous communities.
Ecuador's Government Provides 10,000 Scholarships and Allocates $1.3 Million for 12 Productive Projects for Peoples and Nationalities
The Ecuadorian government has launched a program providing 10,000 scholarships and funding for community projects worth over $1.3 million in an event attended by President Daniel Noboa.
Rafael Barbosa's new mandate at the Public Defender's Office in Amazonas will focus on indigenous peoples and traditional populations
Rafael Barbosa has been sworn in for a new term at the Public Defender's Office of Amazonas, emphasizing a focus on serving indigenous peoples and traditional communities.
Métis cabaret 'Rubaboo' at Persephone Theatre celebrates Indigenous culture
The 'Rubaboo' cabaret at Persephone Theatre in Canada showcases Métis culture and aims to bridge understanding between communities.
Dances With Wolves actor to be sentenced in Nevada after sexual abuse conviction
Actor Nathan Chasing Horse, known for his role in 'Dances With Wolves', is set to be sentenced after a conviction for sexually abusing Indigenous women and girls.
Women from towns and nationalities were recognized for their diverse roles in their territories
Women from various communities in Ecuador were honored for their contributions to their territories on International Women's Day.
‘Math ain’t mathing’: N.S. budget called out for cuts to Indigenous, Black programs
Nova Scotians protest against the provincial budget cuts that disproportionately affect Indigenous and Black community programs.
Remote community families going hungry despite grocery subsidy scheme
Residents in remote communities of the Northern Territory are facing challenges in affording basic food items, even with government support through a grocery subsidy program.
Former mayor of Salta is prosecuted for exploiting indigenous families to steal rails from Belgrano Cargas and sell them illegally in Bolivia
The former mayor of Coronel Juan Solá is on trial for allegedly stealing railway rails intended for illegal sale in Bolivia.
Tensions grow between N.S., First Nations as police announce new cannabis raids
Tensions are escalating between the Nova Scotia government and First Nations following police raids on illegal cannabis dispensaries in Indigenous communities.
We are fully capable of managing our own resources, says Indigenous fund coordinator
The UN Climate Conference COP30 in Belém marked significant advancements in Indigenous land demarcation and financial commitments for the protection of Indigenous and local communities in Brazil.
Stalemate over cleanup of thousands of tonnes of asbestos in Indigenous villages
The Walgett Shire Council is pressing the state government for urgent cleanup of asbestos sites near Indigenous homes, while the government claims prior contamination is not their responsibility.
Hidrovias and Indigenous Rights: What is the Future of the Tapajós River?
The Brazilian federal government revoked a decree that aimed to privatize waterways in the Tapajós region, a move celebrated by local indigenous communities who had mobilized against it.
N.B. minerals strategy shows province is ready to ‘compete and win,’ premier says
New Brunswick's government has launched a minerals strategy to enhance the province's economy amid trade tensions, focusing on sustainable mining practices and community engagement.
Expansion of the energy network will benefit 2,200 families in Arapiuns communities
The expansion of the electric grid in the Arapiuns region will improve electricity access for 2,200 families in rural and riverside communities.
'Hi, pexual!': indigenous child from AM goes viral eating tanajura and showing the routine of Sateré-Mawé and Ticuna cultures on social media
A six-year-old indigenous girl from the Sateré-Mawé and Ticuna communities in Brazil has gained significant attention on social media for sharing her daily life and cultural practices.
Transforming rivers into roads is losing the way
Indigenous and riverside communities in the Tapajós region are advocating for the recognition of rivers as living entities with rights, emphasizing their cultural and ecological significance.
Portugal and the violence against indigenous peoples
The article discusses the limited understanding and stereotypes Portuguese people have regarding Brazilian indigenous communities, highlighting a stagnation in public debate around the issue in Portugal.
Under environmental and political pressure, Lula's government postpones waterway auctions until 2027
The Brazilian government has postponed most of its waterway concession auctions to 2027 amid rising political pressures and civil society mobilizations against the projects.
Colombia authorizes a candidacy represented by AI in legislative elections
Colombia allows a computer-generated candidate, Gaitana, represented as a blue-skinned woman, to run for legislative seats on behalf of Indigenous communities.
Ibama recommends maintaining the suspension of any dredging initiatives on the Tapajós River
Ibama has issued a technical note recommending the continued suspension of any dredging initiatives on the Tapajós River until an environmental study is conducted with adequate stakeholder participation.
'Losing a field is losing a life': the drama of indigenous peoples in Amapá caused by the cassava's witches broom
'Losing a field is losing a life' reflects the plight of Amapá's indigenous communities facing devastation from a plant disease affecting their cassava crops.
Rural producers block highway after land conflicts in southern Bahia
Rural producers have blocked a highway in southern Bahia after land disputes, causing significant traffic disruptions.
Positive changes in education
The appointment of Nadia López GarcÃa as head of the General Directorate of Educational Materials aims to increase the representation of women in history and to enhance educational resources for visually impaired students and indigenous communities.
Salomón Jara leads the 2026 Serrana Guelaguetza
Oaxaca Governor Salomón Jara Cruz presided over the 2026 Serrana Guelaguetza, emphasizing the cultural pride and identity of the region's indigenous peoples.
Montebello Lakes National Park: the natural paradise of multicolored waters in Chiapas
Montebello Lakes National Park, a protected area in Chiapas, Mexico, is renowned for its stunning lakes that display brilliant turquoise to emerald colors due to mineral compositions, offering various ecotourism activities.
The Ecuadorian dart frog, the most poisonous vertebrate in the world
The Ecuadorian dart frog possesses a deadly neurotoxin called epibatidine, which is utilized by indigenous communities for hunting.
'Gaitana', AI-created candidate, will compete in Colombia's general elections
An AI-generated candidate named Gaitana will participate in Colombia's legislative elections, vying for a seat designated for Indigenous communities.
Federal Police and Ibama seize 155m³ of illegally harvested timber in Maranhão
The Federal Police and Ibama seized 155m³ of illegally harvested timber during an operation called 'LogÃstica Reserva' in Maranhão, Brazil.
How They Live in the Far North of the Country, Between Deserts, Llamas, and Salt Flats
A journey near the Bolivia border showcasing the remote beauty of the puna region in northwestern Argentina.
Feral camels searching for water descend on remote communities
Thousands of feral camels from the Northern Territory are invading the APY Lands in South Australia, causing significant damage to infrastructure as they seek water during a drought.
Court orders Funai and Santo Antônio Energia to compensate for environmental damage to indigenous peoples in Rondônia
A federal court in Rondônia has ordered measures to be taken by Funai and Santo Antônio Energia to remedy environmental damages inflicted on indigenous communities by a hydroelectric plant.
First Nations’ permission needed for Alberta separation, AFN chief says
The national chief of the Assembly of First Nations, Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak, asserts that Alberta separatists will not take treaty land without consent from Indigenous communities.
Indigenous communities back proposed northern Saskatchewan uranium mine
Several Indigenous communities have expressed support for a proposed uranium mine in northern Saskatchewan as it seeks federal approval.
New $220m plan to address violence against First Nations women and children
Australia has launched a $220 million national plan to combat domestic violence against First Nations women and children, developed in collaboration with Indigenous communities and governments.
Good news for New Mexico: the state promotes learning the native language from an early age
New Mexico is promoting the early learning of indigenous languages to help preserve the cultural heritage of its significant Native American communities.
About seven tons of donations are delivered to indigenous communities on a mission in the Amazon
Seven tons of donations, including school materials and hygiene kits, were delivered to indigenous communities in São Gabriel da Cachoeira, Amazonas, during a mission led by industry representatives aimed at improving social support in the region.
Brazil suspends Amazon river dredging after protests
Brazil has halted dredging operations on the Tapajos River following protests from Indigenous communities concerned about the impact on their way of life.
Governments accused of flood planning inaction in Aboriginal communities
The Northern Territory and federal governments are under fire for their lack of long-term planning to protect Indigenous communities in the Victoria Daly region from flooding, with evacuation of nearly 300 residents to Darwin amid ongoing concerns.
Invasion Day is about Indigenous people’s survival, our resilience. To strike at the heart of that is a hate crime
The article discusses the outrage among First Nations people in Australia following a bombing attack on a peaceful gathering during Invasion Day in Boorloo, Perth, highlighting the resilience of Indigenous communities.
Rivers in three municipalities remain above the flood level in the interior of Acre
The rivers in three municipalities of Acre are exceeding flood levels, causing damage to urban neighborhoods, rural communities, and indigenous villages.
Court authorizes eviction of indigenous people in area disputed with palm oil company in PA; community fears violations
The Court of Justice of Pará has authorized an eviction in an area in the Vale do Acará, favoring the palm oil company Agropalma S/A, raising concerns among indigenous communities about potential violations.
Flooding affects four municipalities in the interior of Acre; see situation
Flooding has impacted the municipalities of Sena Madureira, Feijó, Santa Rosa do Purus, and Cruzeiro do Sul in Acre, with some rivers surpassing flood levels and causing damage to urban neighborhoods, rural communities, and indigenous villages.
Garimpeiros use weapons, pickets and documentary against the fight against illegal gold mining in the temporal landmark land
Illegal gold miners in the Raposa Serra do Sol Indigenous Territory in Roraima are manipulating local communities and utilizing social media, picketing, and a mini-documentary in their campaign against operations combating illegal gold exploration in the region.