FUNDER BRIEFING Kogi Sacred Sites of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia Kogi mamo Pedro Juan Nuevita and Kogi Governor Jos de los Santos will speak about the quest of four Indigenous groups of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta to regain control of their sacred sites. They come to celebrate the successful acquisition and protection of the rst siteJaba Taiwashkaka and to encourage others to join their efforts.
Long before the advent of the Western conservation movement, Indigenous people across the globe understood that certain spots on Earth are especially important to the preservation of life. Over time, these places were declared sacred sites by the spiritual leaders of local tribes, and their cultures evolved to safeguard them.
The sites frequently coincide with areas of exceptionally high biodiversity. They are often located at the headwaters of rivers, in fragile transition zones, or in areas of vital habitat for endangered species. The Kogis are living exemplars of this tradition and will talk about their progress to date and their unique vision for the future.
PROGRAM Speakers !Mark Plotkin, President of the Amazon Conservation Team !Mamo Shibulata Zarabata, Keeper of Jaba Taniwashkaka !Kogi Governor Jose de los Santos Date & Time: Monday, June 2, 9 AM to 11 AM Location: Pacic Room at the Thoreau Center for Sustainability, Presidio, Building #1014, (Lincoln Blvd. & Torney Ave.), San Francisco RSVP by May 30th to support@internationalfunders.org Call in number will be provided for those who are unable to attend. Complimentary breakfast from Caf Rx Photo: Richie Rey