Regeneration of degraded landscapes and revitalization of traditional knowledge through permaculture design training and the creation of eco-social entrepreneurship opportunities for indigenous and mestizo communities of the Peruvian Amazon. We seek to challenge current models of development, which value life only for its contribution to economic growth and not social and environmental well-being. These models have historically excluded the traditions of local communities as well as ignored the biophysical limits and environmental sustainability of development. Thus, we promote community development that supports and is in alignment with the protection and regeneration of natural ecosystems... read more Regeneration of degraded landscapes and revitalization of traditional knowledge through permaculture design training and the creation of eco-social entrepreneurship opportunities for indigenous and mestizo communities of the Peruvian Amazon. We seek to challenge current models of development, which value life only for its contribution to economic growth and not social and environmental well-being. These models have historically excluded the traditions of local communities as well as ignored the biophysical limits and environmental sustainability of development. Thus, we promote community development that supports and is in alignment with the protection and regeneration of natural ecosystems and the preservation and restoration of indigenous cultural traditions. We are working towards a new direction for development focusing on supporting place-based economies comprising of small, locally owned enterprises that function within a community-supported ethical culture to engage people in producing for the needs of the community and its members.
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Dear Friends and Supporters, We are in the heart of the rainy season here in the Amazon rainforest, a season which reminds us of growth—not just for the plants that waited patiently through the... Read the full report ›By Lida Berru | Student monitor
Dear Friends and Supporters, We hope this report finds you in good health, enjoying the season and embracing the spirit of Buen Vivir —a life rooted in harmony, connection, and fulfillment.... Read the full report ›By Diego Carhuaricra | Coordinator of the Chaikuni Center
Dear friends and supporters, We are grateful to share some of the recent developments from our ongoing work at the Chaikuni Institute. Over the past few months, we have focused on deepening... Read the full report ›