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December 1, 2024: A generation later, has her road to a better life been paved?

Flashback: our opinion editorial for December, 2021.

Telling lies or being accused of doing so affects indigenous people equally.

August 19, 2024: Our revised photo-ethnographic essay about the indigenous Ede of Vietnam.

June 17, 2024: Our revised photo-ethnographic essay about the indigenous Huaorani of Ecuador and Peru.

Indigenous Peoples Documentary: Ancient and Modern Mayan Peoples

A thousand years after their decline, the ancient Mayans are still shrouded in mystery. Enter their ancient world to uncover its secrets. Learn how their religious beliefs were formed from advanced science and observing the heavens long before Europeans arrived. Decipher their ancient writing — far more advanced than ours. Experience the daily life of their modern descendants and learn how their fate may become our own fate. Click or tap the image below to watch it on our YouTube channel in full HD (1920x1080p) at 60 fps. Notes for teachers are also available.

Documentary Short Films: Indigenous Culture and Knowledge

The Mekong has the richest history and culture of all the world's great rivers.

Indigenous Karo Batak history, culture and modern life.

The history and mythology of Halong Bay, Vietnam.

Travel Stories from Indigenous Communities

This Vietnamese mythical wonder of the world will leave you speechless.

Daily life in Panama's Ngäbe-Bugle indigenous reservation.

Making chocolate is an example of the indigenous knowledge of the Bribri people of Costa Rica.

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