06/16/2026
In the heart of the Brazilian Amazon, Kayapó men from the village of Metuktire gather for 'Krwyjti Ngôj' ceremony, meaning the ceremony of the Water Parakeet. This ceremony is like many that have been passed down through generations.
For the Kayapó, ceremonies are more than cultural celebrations; they are expressions of a living relationship with the forest. A relationship that has helped protect millions of hectares of one of Earth's most important ecosystems.
🌿 For decades, the Kayapó Project has been a flagship partnership of Biome Conservation. Working alongside Kayapó communities, we've supported Indigenous-led organizations that protect vast rainforest territories and help ensure cultural traditions, knowledge, and stewardship continue to thrive.
Because our mission isn't simply protecting nature—it's about supporting the people who have cared for it for generations.
Learn more by visiting The Kayapo, Guardians of the Forest today or our project page below
Full project here: https://biomeconservation.org/project/kayapo-project/