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ORPIO

Peru

Indigenous organization that works in 15 basins (among them: Putumayo, Napo, Tigre, Corrientes, Marañón, Yaquerana, Bajo Amazonas, Ucayali). Among its objectives is the protection of their territories, promoting human development, defending their rights and indigenous governance. It represents 15 indigenous peoples and 21 federations.

Find out more: orpio.org.pe

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