Freezer for Indigenous Family – 231031 (Vila Jose)
In September and October 2023, the Amazon Rainforest experienced a once-in-a-century drought. This caused the Rio Negro to recede by over 15 meters, leading to a humanitarian crisis that persisted for roughly 10 weeks. Residents along the Rio Negro struggled to reach the city for essential supplies, and many even lost access to fresh water. […]
Solar Installation Support – 231023 (Lightning Strike)
The indigenous family of Jose has two solar installation (600W and 1800W) whereas our association already provided spare equipment after their original all-in-one devices stopped working. During a thunderstorm on 21st to 22nd a lightning strike nearby the solar installation of the family (near Sao Joao) destroyed the inverter unit. Luckily Jose had kept one […]
Organization of Food Distribution – 231020 (UniNorte)
The students of the “Curso de Educação Física da UniNorte” in Manaus, lead by the professors GLEISER BARBOSA e ESTELA MONEGO, have donated 76 cans of milk powder (each weighing 400-500 grams) for distribution among the indigenous people and the Riberinhos in the area, all of whom are grappling with the unprecedented effects of the 2023 […]
Organisation of Food Distribution – 231018 (Marcia Rebecas)
The year 2023 ushered in an unprecedented dry season in the Amazon rainforest. As a result, residents are facing a humanitarian crisis where clean drinking water and food can’t be delivered to the communities within the forest. The river has receded so drastically that traveling to the city for food supplies has become almost impossible. […]
Capoeira for Kids – 231015 (Breakfast in Forest)
Today, on Sunday, 15th October 2023, due to extreme dry-weather conditions, we had to relocate our breakfast venue for the children. We ventured into the rainforest, where the indigenous community graciously assisted us in serving breakfast to the kids. Following a delightful meal, the group trekked for approximately 30 minutes through a desert-like terrain to […]
Smog and Emergency in Amazonas – 20231012
The dry season has reached its peak again with the rivers drying out. In recent years, the water levels have consistently been lower than in the past, leading to numerous problems. This year, it’s akin to a desert in the truest sense of the word. The river is currently almost exactly 1,000 meters further from […]
Language Lessons – 231007 (success in starting phase)
Our language lessons are now up and running, thanks to the support of our volunteer, Josie (21), from Germany. She assists us in creating worksheets for intuitive language learning. These lessons are not meant to replace any classic learning approaches or any professional teaching classes available. Our aim is to give both children and adults […]
Capoeira for Kids – 231001 (Birthday of Christian)
I must admit, the 1st of October was a wonderful day spent with my family here in the rainforest. Despite numerous challenges, such as extreme temperatures, an exceptionally dry season, and difficulties in reaching the city, my 50th birthday turned out just the way I desired. My beloved wife, Umussy, started the day off beautifully […]
Language Lessons – First but successful trials
We are in the starting phase of our language lessons and as stated in the post LANGUAGE LESSONS – FIRST VOLUNTEER FROM GERMANY (24th Sept 2023). We are trying to approach the kids in an intuitive way. Our lessons are not in concurrence with professional teachers of any public or private school or any other […]
Language Lessons – First Volunteer from Germany
On the 18th of September, Josie, a German volunteer, joined our team for a four-week period to assist us in crafting intuitive language lessons for children in the Amazon Rainforest. English, German, Portuguese, and Tukano are all part of the curriculum, with a special emphasis on the youngest learners. Our objective is straightforward: to teach […]
Capoeira for Kids – 230917 (introduction of Josie, a voluntary for teaching English)
Today, on the 20th of September 2023, marked Josie’s introductional day. She is a dedicated young German volunteer who will be residing with us in the village for a while, with the primary goal of both learning and imparting knowledge. In collaboration with Umussy, the director of our association, she will gradually and purposefully work […]
Capoeira for Kids – 230910
On Sunday, September 10th, 2023, our project provided an exceptional day for the children in the village. It began with a delightful breakfast, followed by challenging sports lessons. The highlight was a lakeside lunch at Cobra Lake. Even after the lessons concluded, the children continued playing until nearly sunset. It was a truly memorable experience.
