Partnerships and projects
The relations of the Indigenous peoples of Latin America with
the surrounding societies have historically resulted in the social
degradation of native communities and the deterioration of the
natural resources of Indigenous lands. But since the discussion
about sustainable development has started, the struggle of the
Indigenous peoples for relations that are both fairer and more
dignified with local, national and international societies has
reached a new dimension.
Indigenous
peoples, who had long been seen as examples of underdevelopment,
have begun to be considered important partners in the formulation
of strategies for sustainable development.
Today, the postulations of the so-called Indian Question includes
truly ensuring Indians the usufruct of the riches that exist within
their territories, which can make possible, in additional to the
traditional activities of subsistence, the success of new economic
activities in accordance with the principles of environmental
protection.
In Brazil, indigenism (pro-Indian policy) committed with Indian
autonomy opposes the official policy of tutoring protection and
assistencialism practiced by Funai, under the argument that it
is essential to stimulate, in Indigenous areas, the development
of economic alternatives towards sustainable development.
That is one of the guidelines of ISA's work. The
Programa Rio Negro (Rio Negro Program), the Programa
Parque Indígena do Xingu (Xingu Indigenous Park Program)
and the Projeto
Xikrin Xikrin (Xikrin Project) are carried out by ISA with
local partners. Learn more also about other partnerships between
Indigenous organizations and governmental and non-governmental
organizations that have been successful in facing such challenge.
:: Ashaninka Sustainability
:: The Enawenê-Nawê
and Opan
:: The Timbira and the Fruits of
the Cerrado Network
:: The Waiãpi and the CTI
::
Project Video in the Villages (with site)
::
Waimiri-Atroari Program (with site)