An Amazon tribe was saved from extinction with only three women and no men
An Amazonian tribe, the akuntsu, found hope for survival after the birth of a child to one of the last three women of their population, highlighting the importance of indigenous rights and rainforest conservation.
Initiative creates workshop to strengthen the protagonism of Yawanawá women in Acre
The Yawa workshop aims to preserve indigenous culture and enhance the socioeconomic development of the Yawanawá community in Acre, Brazil.
‘She was more than what happened to her’: Family honours memory of Rebecca Contois
The family of Rebecca Contois commemorates her life in Winnipeg’s St. John’s Park, reflecting on her love of the outdoors and the impact of her tragic death.
TSE proposal on electoral spending opens a gap for the weakening of affirmative actions
Proposals by Brazil's Superior Electoral Court regarding electoral accountability may undermine affirmative actions for women, Black, and Indigenous candidates, according to experts.
Cultural Experience Brings Together Indigenous Peoples and Highlights Women's Leadership in Village in AC
The Sitoakore Indigenous Women's Organization is holding its fifth Cultural Experience in an indigenous village in Acre, emphasizing women's roles and traditional practices.
Project allows cervical cancer screening in Xingu Park (MT)
An NGO project enables indigenous women in Xingu Indigenous Park, Mato Grosso, to be screened for cervical cancer through awareness and molecular testing.
Positive changes in education
The appointment of Nadia López García 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.
Indigenous women pull off epic comeback in All Star victory
The Indigenous women's rugby team staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Maori side 20-14 in the All Stars clash in Hamilton, showcasing outstanding individual performances and resilience.
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.
Dragons of the Real: see the plot and sing the samba
The Dragões da Real samba school introduces its first indigenous theme, 'Icamiabas Warriors - A Legendary Story of Strength and Resistance', focusing on a community of women who lived along the Amazon River.