Eco-theology work links public engagement, teaching, and devotional formation

IRI Brazil advanced its eco-theology strategy in March through public lectures, academic teaching, and progress on a new devotional publication. In Tocantins, it contributed to the anniversary of the Ecological Guardians Group of the Archdiocese of Palmas, framing care for creation as a shared ethical and spiritual responsibility. It also taught three ecotheology classes in […]

IRI Peru new Ayacucho chapter expands territorial reach in a strategic transition zone

On March 10–11, IRI Peru launched a new local chapter in Ayacucho, extending its work into a strategic region that links the Amazon and the coast. The area faces strong pressures from illicit economies, coca production, narcotrafficking, and the legacy of armed violence, making forest protection closely tied to wider issues of governance and territorial […]

Interfaith youth step into the phase 3 agenda

On 27 February in Jakarta, IRI Indonesia held an interfaith youth gathering and Ramadan iftar to introduce the “No Forests, No Future” theory of change and build youth support for its programs and campaign implementation. The event brought together 26 participants, including youth delegated by religious institutions represented on the Advisory Council, as well as […]

Local chapters align around 2026 priorities

Between 24 and 27 February, IRI Peru visited its local chapters in Quillabamba, Cusco, and Puerto Maldonado to review 2025 progress and define priorities and work plans for 2026. The meetings helped organize a shared agenda of interreligious activities and socio-political advocacy focused on rainforest protection and ethical civic participation, especially through the promotion of […]

IRI Brazil focused on strengthening the partnerships needed for 2026

In February, IRI Brazil focused on strengthening the partnerships needed to advance its 2026 agenda. Meetings with the Ambassador of Norway, RFN, REPAM, CLUA, UNEP, and the Pan-Amazonian Institute helped deepen diplomatic backing, institutional alignment, and collaboration around joint campaigns, environmental education, and regional network-building. Resource-mobilization efforts also moved forward, with discussions involving IRI global […]

Heading to Congress 2026: IRI-Colombia weaves alliances in Putumayo to protect the Amazon

With the purpose of strengthening the political advocacy processes in the Congress of the Republic to promote a legislative agenda in favor of the Amazon and its inhabitants, the Interreligious Initiative for Forests in Colombia has been carrying out a series of strategic dialogues with the candidates for the House of Representatives of the Amazonian […]