SYNOPSIS: The Awajún women in the village of Shampuyacu are reviving their culture and restoring their forest after decades of destruction. To capture traditional Awajún knowledge for future generations, the younger women are turning to technology — using cell phones to record the wisdom of their elders.
Impact: The filmwas picked up by Fast Company and was screened locally to FERIAMM, helping raise awareness of the important work being done by the women of the Nuwas Forest. This visibility led to the women being invited to present at the XI Meeting of Community Tourism in Moyobamba, where they shared their work and experiences. The film was also featured as a case study for American University’s Center for Environmental Filmmaking Impact Report, highlighting how environmental storytelling can elevate local filmmakers, amplify community voices, and drive innovation in production and distribution. Inspired by the experience, the women went on to create their own short film.
AWARDS: 2021 OFFICIAL SELECTION OF GREEN FILM FESTIVAL OF SAN FRANCISCO; 2020 INSPIRATIONAL SHORT FINALIST AT THE LATIN AMERICAN NATURE AWARDS
