Wayfinders Circle 2022 Annual Report - Flipbook - Page 15
JOINT ACTIVITIES
creating strong spaces of spirituality to share what they know to be sacred, and
recognizing the importance of elders, women, and young people as guardians of
sacred legacies.
The week-long gathering in the Ecuadorian Amazon brought together Indigenous
and spiritual leaders of the Wayûnders Circle from around the world, fostering a
profound exchange of wisdom and unity. Nestled amidst the lush rainforest, the event
served as a transformative space for sharing ancestral knowledge, learning about
each other9s cultures, and envisioning a future for the Wayûnders Circle. Wayûnders
Circle members shared their deep connection to the land, emphasizing the urgency of
valuing and revitalizing Indigenous traditions for the well-being of our planet. The
gathering facilitated dialogue on defense of territories, Indigenous solidarity, and
spiritual interconnectedness, inspiring collaborative eûorts to address pressing global
challenges. Participants left the gathering enriched, empowered, and equipped with a
renewed commitment to the Wayûnders Circle.
We as Indigenous people take care of our lands, air
and resources. So, it is important to communicate
and let the world know what each people does.
This territorial defense should be extended to the
whole world. What we do is mitigate climate change
by taking care of our forests.
We have ecosystems
and culture to safeguard
for the future
and share with the world.
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