Help Inhaã-bé Village Access Clean Water

The Inhaã-bé village, a close-knit indigenous community, is facing a severe crisis as two consecutive years of extreme drought have left them struggling with limited access to water, food, and essential supplies. The situation has particularly impacted their children, who must endure a six-hour walk under the scorching sun to reach school. In response, Gainforest and Oya Institute have partnered with the community to launch a fundraising campaign aimed at constructing an artesian well and purchasing a quad bike. These solutions would provide reliable access to clean water and safer transportation, helping the community maintain their traditional way of life while building resilience against the increasing challenges of climate change. The campaign seeks donations and social sharing to support these vital infrastructure improvements that would significantly impact the daily lives of community members.

Parque das Tribos: Digital capacity building for Indigenous communities

The Parque das Tribos is dedicated to preserving Indigenous culture while integrating modern technology. Through workshops on Artificial Intelligence, we are introducing AI to our community to enhance cultural preservation, protect the environment, and strengthen our traditions. These workshops also offer the community tools to apply technology in local projects like reforestation and language preservation, bridging the gap between tradition and innovation. This work is vital for ensuring our culture thrives in the modern world while maintaining a sustainable relationship with our lands and waters. We are using our AI system, Tainá, to gather and share important data about our green areas, such as environmental conditions and audio recordings of the forest. This data helps us better understand and protect our land and waters, preserving traditional knowledge and ensuring the sustainability of our natural resources for future generations.

SORALO Women-Led Grass Seed Banks

SORALO’s Women-Led Grass Seed Banks restore degraded rangelands while creating economic opportunities for Maasai women. At the Lenkobei site, one of four sites across 80 hectares, 20 women are actively involved in cultivating and harvesting native grasses to reseed overgrazed lands, revitalizing grazing areas, and strengthening ecosystem health. So far, the initiative has restored over 80 acres, ensuring sustainable pastoralism and wildlife coexistence. Beyond ecological impact, the seed banks generate income that supports families and funds school bursaries, fostering long-term community resilience. By combining restoration with economic empowerment, SORALO is securing a healthier future for both people and nature.