Please sign a petition asking the Brazilian government and its Supreme Court to uphold the constitution, which promises land rights for the indigenous people of the Amazon

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Gabriel Murwa and his wife with their last remaining cow from a herd of 100. The others have all died. [Richard Wainwright]

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Gabriel Murwa and his wife with their last remaining cow from a herd of 100. The others have all died. [Richard Wainwright]

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Indigenous people's rights are being undermined and ignored by the rich and powerful [CAFOD]

Help in the fight to save Brazilian heritage

Please sign a petition asking the Brazilian government and its Supreme Court to uphold the constitution, which promises land rights for the indigenous people of the Amazon. We need at least another 800 signatures before July 28 so, even if you have already taken it, please email your friends about it too!

Published on 04/10/2006, last updated on 14/07/2008
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