Protecting the Amazon is an ethical, spiritual and collective decision: IRI-Colombia in the Congress of the Republic
In partnership with the Accidental Committees on Forests and Climate Change of the House of Representatives and the Senate of the Republic, under the leadership of House Representative Julia Miranda and Senator Julio Estrada, and the Foundation for Conservation and Sustainable Development (FCDS), the Interfaith Initiative for Tropical Forests (IRI-Colombia) held the political forum “Congressmen […]
Connecting science and spirituality in the Amazon: IRI-Colombia holds the first day of scientific immersion in Bogotá
40 religious leaders from Caquetá, Meta, Guaviare and Putumayo, participated in the first day of scientific immersion, carried out by IRI-Colombia with the purpose of strengthening the dialogue between scientific and spiritual knowledge, as a strategy to promote the protection of the Amazon rainforest. For two days, on June 10 and 11, pastors, priests, missionary […]
Iri Colombia advances strategic communications and campaigns, reaching over 2 million people
To awaken public consciousness and mobilize faith and citizenship, IRI Colombia launched a six-month radio campaign on more than 80 stations, including 14 Amazonian municipalities where local chapters operate. The broadcasts reached strategic stations such as Chairá Estéreo, La Voz de la Esperanza, Amazonía Estéreo, and Marandúa Stereo, carrying the message that the health of […]
IRI Colombia issues Urgent Call for Presidential Leadership at Amazon Summit
In the lead-up to the Fifth Summit of Amazonian Presidents, IRI Colombia joined the Listen to the Amazon Alliance, Indigenous organizations, civil society networks, and members of Congress in issuing an urgent call for strong presidential leadership. The open letter, addressed to President Gustavo Petro, urged Colombia to fully embrace its role as host nation […]
IRI Colombia strengthens community leadership and citizen advocacy in Putumayo
In June, IRI Colombia carried out two major capacity-building workshops in Orito (June 19) and Puerto Leguízamo (June 25), training more than 220 religious, community, and Indigenous leaders from six local chapters across the department of Putumayo. The events combined spiritual reflection, scientific knowledge, and civic training to strengthen grassroots leadership for Amazon protection. Faith, […]
IRI Colombia launches new chapters in Bogotá and Putumayo’s Andean-Amazon Foothills
On June 13th, IRI Colombia officially launched its Bogotá chapter with an interfaith gathering focused on deforestation, water security, and the role of urban people and networks in Amazon conservation. The event brought together more than 70 religious leaders, academics, and policymakers in a landmark moment for IRI’s territorial engagement strategy. The academic agenda opened […]
