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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · 1d

Two protected areas in Peru have dispossessed the Kichwa people of their ancestral territories in the Peruvian Amazon.

This briefing looks at their struggle to demand restitution, reparations and benefits, and defend their rights.

Read the full briefing: www.forestpeoples.org/publications...

From dispossession to territorial self-demarcation: the case of the Kichwa people and protected areas in the San Martin region of the Peruvian Amazon

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · 3d

Headed to the #IUCNCongress2025?

We are excited to be a part of the 'Reimaging Conservation Pavilion', bringing together Indigenous representatives, conservationists and policymakers.

➡️ Swipe through the carousel to see our events

Want to learn more? www.forestpeoples.org/publications...

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · 5d

Despite global calls to action, insufficient progress is being made to conserve our planet and climate. The world is calling for fresh, inclusive, and courageous approaches that honor both people and nature.

Join us soon at the Reimagining Conservation Pavilion
#IUCNCongress #conservation

An invite with the words 'Introducing the Reimagining Conservation Pavilion at WCC 2025' with bright colours to the side

Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · 16d

What does good allyship with Indigenous Peoples look like? 🤝

“We seek solidarity-based alliances that can provide technical and legal assistance to (defend) our territories.” - Omar Castro Suárez, Indigenous Nɨpódɨmakɨ leader

Omar’s perspectives were delivered yesterday at a #NYClimateWeek event.

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · 17d

🌳 🎥 A new film by @thegeckoproject.org reveals the under-reported deforestation crisis in Bolivia, causing 1.5 million ha of forest destruction last year.

Discover what’s behind the deforestation, and hear from those resisting it.

Watch now: youtu.be/zn0Lg9BfEBY?...
#BoliviaBurning

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · 19d

FSC Rule Change Could Let Paper Giants Slip Back In.

Forest Peoples Programme, Greenpeace and Rainforest Action Network warn the change could let forestry giants such as APP and APRIL rejoin the FSC without fully remedying past deforestation and land conflicts.

news.mongabay.com/2025/09/crit...

Critics say FSC update risks weakening accountability for forest harm

JAKARTA — The world’s largest sustainable timber label is under fire for revising how it applies its rules on corporate accountability — a move activists say could let forestry giants long tied to def...

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · 24d

FPP will be co-hosting an event during New York Climate Week – with Akar Initiative (Indonesia) and GTANW (Peru) – to talk about what good allyship with Indigenous Peoples looks like.

📅 Sept 24, 2:30–5:30 PM
📍 515 Madison Ave, NYC

Limited places.
Info: www.forestpeoples.org/nycw-2025/

#NYCW

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Aug 28

🌱Across 46 countries, Indigenous Peoples & local communities are generating vital data on the social impacts of #conservation, but their efforts remain under-recognised & underfunded.

🔍Read the new briefing in English, Spanish and French for recommendations: www.forestpeoples.org/publications...

Building from the ground up: Opportunities to scale locally-led monitoring of the social impacts of conservation

This report presents the results of a global scoping exercise to identify and characterize monitoring initiatives led by or partnered with Indigenous Peoples...

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Aug 12

📣@ipbes.net is calling for case studies on Community-Based Monitoring & Information Systems #CBMIS

Help spotlight the vital role of #IndigenousPeoples & #LocalCommunities in biodiversity monitoring & governance🌿

Submit existing case studies by 15 Aug:
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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Aug 11

#Job: Senior Communications & Media Officer

🌍 Passionate about amplifying forest peoples’ voices locally & globally? Experienced in delivering high-impact, partner-centred comms?

🗓 Deadline: 5 Sept

Apply now 👇
🔗 www.forestpeoples.org/who-we-are/c...

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Aug 8

For more briefings that challenge the exclusionary model of #conservation and offer practical ways forward for rights-based, community and people-centred conservation, read the 'Transforming Conservation' briefing series:

www.forestpeoples.org/transforming...

#ForPeopleAndNature #Biodiversity

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Aug 8

In #Colombia, the Cañamomo Lomaprieta Indigenous Reserve is a beacon of hope and resistance, showing why guaranteeing #IndigenousPeoples’ territorial rights and collective land tenure is key to transforming #biodiversity conservation

🔗 Read briefing here: www.forestpeoples.org/publications...

Territorial Resistance, Human Rights, Sacred Sites, Knowledge and Biodiversity in the Cañamomo Lomaprieta Indigenous Reserve of Colonial Origin in Colombia

This briefing paper provides a summary of the resistance struggles to defend ancestral territory as a collective right, the critical human rights situations ...

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Aug 7

In Baguio City #Philippines, a thriving community of home gardeners is doing their part to address #biodiversity loss and build a more sustainable city

Learn about the importance of seed sovereignty in the Philippines and globally

transformativepathways.net/baguio-home-...

#TransformativePathways

Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Aug 5

Why is a small group of youth in #Thailand leaving the big city and going back to their village in the mountains of Mae Chaem District? 🍃

Find out how the Baan Mae Ning Nai youth are integrating modern concepts and local wisdom:

transformativepathways.net/baan-mae-nin...

#TransformativePathways

Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Jul 31

FPP's refreshed Annual Report is live!

We mark 2024 by celebrating the Indigenous peoples and forest peoples at the frontline of solutions to address interconnected human rights, climate and biodiversity crises.🌍

🔗 Read the report: www.forestpeoples.org/annual-repor...

#ForPeopleAndNature

Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Jul 22

#IndigenousPeoples across Asia raised their voices on the International #Biodiversity Day through a digital campaign celebrating their role in biodiversity #conservation 🌱

Read about the milestone celebration co-created by AIPP:

transformativepathways.net/biodiversity...

#TransformativePathways

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Jul 22

🌎 Did you miss the #TransformativePathways July update?

🌿 Dive into recent updates from Indigenous-led #conservation and sustainable #biodiversity initiatives across Asia, Africa & the Americas

✍️ Read and subscribe - mailchi.mp/forestpeople...

#IndigenousPeoples #LocalCommunities

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Jul 14

#Webinar

🌱 Gender Justice & Climate Action
🗓️ July 23, 1 pm –3 pm (UTC)
📍 Zoom (🗣️ ES, EN, FR, PT)

Join the conversation on feminist priorities and real solutions led by women for climate justice on the road to the People’s Summit and #COP30Brasil

Sign up now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Friends of the Earth Scotland 🌍 @foescot.bsky.social · Jun 25

Two leaders of the Wampís nation will discuss land defence in the Amazon, autonomous self-government, and how international solidarity can support their community.

We're delighted to partner with @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social to host this unique event.

We really hope you can join us. 💚

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Jun 26

🔗https://www.forestpeoples.org/publications-resources/press-releases/article/amazonian-leaders-call-on-scottish-parliament-to-end-illegal-logging-links-with-wind-farm-development-1

Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Jun 26

🚨Amazonian leaders from the Wampís Nation visited the Scottish Parliament to call for an end to illegal logging links in wind energy supply chains.

👉 Scotland’s green transition must protect people AND the planet.

📷 Greg Macvean

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Jun 23

"How do we fight against these turbulent waters and forceful winds?"

A message from Colombian land defenders Waira Nina Jacanamijoy Mutumbajoy and Jani Silva during their visit to Turtle Island, Canada.

www.forestpeoples.org/publications...

@pbicolombia.bsky.social #INDIGENOUS #LandRights

Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Jun 23

Funding that works means going beyond markets.

This report looks for non-market solutions that put people at the centre, providing resources to #IndigenousPeoples and #LocalCommunities who need it most

Read now: forestpeoples.org/publications...

@rainforestuk.bsky.social

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Jun 20

The Working Group on #Business and #HumanRights presented their #Colombia report yesterday.

It found that 'business activities [...] in many cases are accompanied by social conflicts and human rights violations,' as well as harming ecosystems.

Read more:
www.ohchr.org/en/documents...

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Forest Peoples Programme @forestpeoplesp.bsky.social · Jun 19

@jessikaroswall.ec.europa.eu @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu: WE💚FORESTS. Show your commitment to the EUDR and help protect what we love!

We must end our complicity in the destruction of our forests if we are to achieve a just and sustainable future.

#Together4Forests #EUDR @greenpeace.eu @wwf.eu

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