Aranna Hasan Delwar
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How are wampis working in the indigenous Amazon forest?
The Wampis people, an indigenous group, inhabit the Amazon rainforest in northern Peru. Their relationship with the Amazon is deeply intertwined with their cultural and spiritual identity. The Wampis rely on the forest for sustenance, medicinal plants, and resources, viewing it as a sacred space. However, their way of life faces threats from deforestation, resource extraction, and external influences. The Wampis actively engage in environmental advocacy to protect their ancestral lands, emphasizing the vital connection between their existence and the well-being of the Amazon ecosystem. Preserving the Wampis way of life is crucial not only for the indigenous community but also for the biodiversity and ecological balance of the Amazon rainforest.
By Aranna Hasan Delwar 2 years ago in Earth
