News & Resources from South America
“How easy and important it is to live with nature”
Apr 20, 2012
A Brazilian couple stops bomb fishing, protects a coastal ecosystem, and fosters a new generation of environmentalists. This Earth Day, let's celebrate local action. Read more
Help a Fisherfolk Group Win $20,000 for Protecting Our Oceans
Dec 13, 2011
Help reward an amazing grassroots organization for its innovative work to combat overfishing. Show your support, and they could win a $20,000 grant! Read more
The Turnout: A Phenomenal Film Festival
Dec 7, 2011
The inside scoop from Advisor and activist, Enrique Bostelmann, on the South American Film Festival on extractive industries. The festival was a success all across the continent. Read more
Brazil: Bringing the City to the Farm
Nov 16, 2011
Urban meets rural in the small farmers' markets of Brazil. Three Global Greengrants Fund and CASA grantees come together to promote local and sustainable products. Read more
International Film Fest Sheds Light on Extractive Industries
Oct 18, 2011
Global Greengrants Fund grantees teamed up with Amnesty International chapters to organize a cutting-edge, international film fest in South America. The goal: to expose the harmful impacts of extractive industries on local communities. Read more
Mining Operations Bring Heavy Burdens for Local Communities
Oct 6, 2011
Mining operations are causing environmental degradation and health problems all over the world. Local groups are challenging poor regulation and holding mining companies accountable for the heavy costs to community health, environment, and society. Read more
Local Fishing Community Protects Endangered Mangroves
Sep 28, 2011
Shrimp farms can have devastating impacts on biodiversity and artisanal fisheries. A Brazilian organization protected their coast from this threat, along with the loss of livelihoods and biodiversity that it would have caused. Read more
Ask the Expert: Locally-led Marine Protection
Sep 27, 2011
Stefan Gelcich, Global Greengrants Advisor and marine biologist responds to questions about marine conservation issues. Read more
Mining Company Sued for Torture: Historic Victory in Peru
Jul 28, 2011
Peruvian protesters come out victorious in a torture case against an English mining company with the help of a Global Greengrants grantee. Read more
Bulletins from Bolivia: A Community Rallies to Protect Their Land
Jul 13, 2011
A gold mine threatens a farming town in western Bolivia. Grassroots groups are pulling out all the stops to keep it from happening. Public opinion is shifting...and there is hope. Read more