Peru

Evelin Acuna is an indigenous leader that believes that training, education and information about indigenous rights strengthens her community and enhances self-esteem.

Chirapaq participated in the Latin American Summit on Climate Change and Its Impact on Indigenous Peoples and has been at work strengthening regional platforms in four provinces. Food sovereignty is being reinforced through an emphasis on recovering indigenous peoples' knowledge, techniques and innovations.

Traditional doctor, Nelly Marcos Manrique, participated in several training programs, which gave her insight into positive changes she could make for her community.