Zág women defending earth and climate

The Zág Institute acts to save the endemic Araucaria tree, known as Zág, and preserve the Laklãnõ-Xokleng traditional knowledge in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. The project fosters Indigenous Women’s central role in restoring ancestral practices for biodiversity protection by giving them a coordinating role in conducting reforestation programs.

They focus on educating youth, reintroducing native tree species while removing invasive plants, promoting regenerative farming. Connected to international networks, Zág Institute actively promotes women’s participation in regional and global governance. They also foster women’s financial autonomy through handicraft and organic honey production.