Across Political Divides: Building Durable Commitments for the Amazon
Hosted by Rainforest Foundation Norway
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About Event
Join the Interfaith Rainforest Initiative (IRI) for a discussion on building cross-party alliances to protect the Amazon and uphold Indigenous Peoples' rights. Hear from members of Congress from Colombia and Peru as they share strategies for overcoming political polarization, alongside Indigenous leaders and religious actors who are creating the spaces for this unlikely collaboration.
The event will explore the crucial role of faith-based convening in fostering trust and identifying shared principles that transcend political views, offering valuable lessons for rainforest protection globally.
📅 Tuesday, September 22
🕑 2:00–3:30 p.m.
📍 Penthouse 45 - 432 West 45th Street, NYC
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Spanish will be provided.