Episode 002 – Helena Gualinga | When we learn about the essential concepts of segregation, inequality and extractivism

On this episode Helena Gualinga, an Ecuadorian environmental and human rights activist from the Kichwa Sarayuku community in Pastaza, Ecuador, explores the heritage, history, culture, rights and the future of indigenous people of her home country and reflects her own memories, views and experiences on hugely crucial topics like biodiversity, exploitation and climate change. Helena is a spokesperson for the Sarayaku Indigenous community and her activism includes exposing the conflict between the local community and oil companies by carrying an empowering message among the youth in local schools across Ecuador, South America and beyond.

Episode 002 is recorded at on a patio at Alfama, Lisbon, Portugal, in one gentle September Saturday.

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