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This month, @wfusabincenter welcomed nine Indigenous leaders from Peru through the U.S. Department of State’s Connecting Cultures program. These young leaders, representing communities across the Amazon and Andes, are tackling urgent challenges like illegal mining, logging and climate change.
During their visit, they explored how drones and other technology can help them protect their lands more safely and efficiently. “In just two hours, the drone can cover the same area it takes us days to patrol on foot,” said Limber Marichi Tangoa, an environmental defender from the Shawi community.
The group also engaged in workshops on Indigenous rights, sustainability and conservation, building connections with students and faculty across campus.
“The idea of #ProHumanitate is that we are doing it for humanity for a better world, for service for future generations by working with these young leaders who will be the next generation of solution makers for their communities,” said Luis Fernandez, Senior Fellow of the Sabin Center.