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Amazon Watch, Inc is a non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA that is dedicated to protecting the Amazon rainforest and advancing the rights of indigenous communities. They work to stop the destruction of the Amazon, amplify indigenous-led solutions, and promote climate justice. Through their campaigns, advocacy, and resistance efforts, they aim to achieve a turning point for the Amazon in 2024 and secure indigenous land rights in Brazil. With a focus on solidarity and empowerment, Amazon Watch highlights the leadership of indigenous women and advocates for the protection of isolated indigenous peoples in Ecuador. They also work to stop the flow of money to oil companies, promote demarcation of indigenous lands, and advocate against mining in the Amazon. Through their various programs and initiatives, Amazon Watch engages individuals and businesses in their mission to defend the Amazon and support indigenous communities.Generated from the website

VIDA - Volunteers For Inter-American Development Assistance is a non-profit organization based in Emeryville, CA, dedicated to providing medical relief and support to communities in Latin America. With a focus on sustainability, VIDA assists in the development of medical relief projects that empower individuals to help themselves, while also raising awareness and promoting education on preventing illness and injury. Through their efforts, VIDA has diverted over 745 tons of viable medical supplies and equipment from landfills, prioritizing the delivery of quality medical supplies to those in greatest need in Latin America. Committed to their mission of providing assistance to health institutions and development projects regardless of race, religion, or politics, VIDA relies on the support of volunteers and financial contributions to prepare and deliver 70 shipping containers of medical supplies to countries such as Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Chile, and Haiti. Although their volunteer program is currently suspended due to ongoing COVID-19 issues, VIDA continues to ship containers and welcomes financial support to further their impactful work in Latin America.Generated from the website