Our work

Living Gaia e.V. has been working with the Indigenous Huni Kuin in the Jordão region in the Brazilian state of Acre since 2014.

It is our concern to combine the knowledge and wisdom of the Indigenous cultures of the Amazon with the knowledge and wisdom of "Western cultures". Both sides can learn from this dialogue and support each other in shaping their future. That's why we're excited about the close bond we've built with the Huni Kuin.

The Huni Kuin, like most indigenous peoples in Brazil, face growing changes, threats and challenges. In the last few years in particular, we have seen a massive increase in violence, expulsion, and deforestation. Supporting local indigenous communities and protecting the Amazon rainforest is a big task. We are working to increase the area of preserved land in the region and to reinforce traditional culture and ways of life. 

The indigenous inhabitants of the Amazon have been the key players in the protection of this special habitat for thousands of years. For hundreds of generations, they have not only protected the forest from exploitation and destruction, but also actively shaped this ecosystem and contributed to its diversity.

The task of Living Gaia e.V. is to support the Huni Kuin in this work. Our special focus is on the cooperation and empowerment of the Huni Kuin women.