How Quilombola and Ribeirinho Communities Are Defending the Amazon — And Why It Matters

How Quilombola and Ribeirinho Communities Are Defending the Amazon — And Why It Matters

In the depths of Brazil's vast Amazon rainforest, communities that have lived in harmony with nature for generations are now fighting to protect both their way of life and the forest itself. Known as Brazil’s Traditional Peoples and Communities, they’re often overlooked in global climate conversations — yet they are essential to the survival of both people and planet.  Brazil officially recognizes 28 groups under the umbrella of Traditional Peop…