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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Niccollette and Shrirvanie film the aftermath of the Guyanan floods, with support from CAFOD partner Guyana Human Rights Association [CAFOD]
Aftermath of the Guyanan floods. [CAFOD]

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Niccollette and Shrirvanie film the aftermath of the Guyanan floods, with support from CAFOD partner Guyana Human Rights Association [CAFOD]

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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 30/07/2003, last updated on 18/06/2008
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