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Afro-Descendant Communities: Key Players in Climate Protection

7/23/2025

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Afro-descendant communities in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Suriname are champions of the environment, managing lands that experience 29-55% less deforestation and boast rich biodiversity. With rights to nearly 10 million hectares, their vital role in carbon sequestration and ecosystem health is often overlooked in global climate conversations, highlighting the need for greater recognition of their contributions.

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Story summary

Afro-descendant communities in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Suriname are champions of the environment, managing lands that experience 29-55% less deforestation and boast rich biodiversity. With rights to nearly 10 million hectares, their vital role in carbon sequestration and ecosystem health is often overlooked in global climate conversations, highlighting the need for greater recognition of their contributions.