Beautiful Solidarity: Our Historic Visit to U'wa Sacred Territory
December 1, 2016 – At Amazon Watch we are extremely proud of the relationship of solidarity we have built with the U’wa, who continue to amaze and inspire us.
We're Not Giving Up On Our Climate! Our Future Is Depending On Us!
November 22, 2016 – We will not let Trump or anyone else stand in our way of defending our climate, our rights, or the Amazon. Join us in calling for an end to Amazon crude and to keep all fossil fuels in the ground to avert climate chaos!
Victories by Brazil's Indigenous Movement Demonstrate Ways To Resist Authoritarianism
November 18, 2016 – From North to South America and around the world, the ascendency of authoritarian leaders portends dangerous days ahead. Yet at the same time, remarkable stories continue to emerge of determined resistance to these brutal regressions, led by the continent's indigenous peoples from the Amazon to Standing Rock.
Will Colombia's Peace Process Have an Environmental Dark Side?
November 16, 2016 – For the majority of Colombians, and for those who have worked on human rights in Colombia, the conflict that has killed hundreds of thousands and displaced millions can't end soon enough.
No Matter the Outcome of the Election, We'll Continue To Fight For the Amazon
November 7, 2016 – Tomorrow marks the end of a wrenching election season here in the U.S., one with barely a mention of the environment or climate change, and certainly no proposals for major policies to protect our environment and address climate change.
Ecuador's Indigenous Peoples Strengthen Resolve To Protect Rights and Resources
November 4, 2016 – In the face of direct attempts by the government to subvert its leadership and the continued encroachment of oil and mineral exploitation further into the Amazon, an organized, strengthened CONFENIAE is critical to the defense of Amazonian peoples and lands, and needs our support.
