IRI Peru denounces anti-forest legislation
IRI Peru has publicly denounced Bill No. 09653, a legislative proposal that could severely weaken environmental institutions and dismantle existing safeguards for Peru’s forests. Approved in mid-September by the Agrarian Commission of Congress, the bill now awaits debate in the Plenary, where 130 legislators will decide its fate. According to IRI Peru’s official statement, the […]
IRI Brazil holds 21st Scientific Immersion for Religious leaders, evangelical group
IRI Brazil also held a scientific immersion training for 36 young Evangelical leaders discipled by Pastor Paulo Júnior, from various regions of Brazil and different denominations. The group’s total network of influence is estimated at 100,000 people. Pastor Paulo Borges Júnior, from the Sal da Terra Church, is an evangelical leader with great influence and […]
IRI Brazil holds its 22nd Scientific Immersion Training
IRI Brazil also held its 22nd Scientific Immersion Training, welcoming 19 carefully selected leaders from eight states — over half from Pará — for an intensive blend of technical learning at CEMADEN and INPE with interfaith reflection. Participants have been describing the training as “transformational and unifying.” The program fosters the capacity of faith leaders […]
IRI BRAZIL ADVOCACY LEADS TO VETOES OF ENVIRONMENTAL LICENSING
IRI Brazil’s advocacy contributed to the presidential veto of 63 provisions in the controversial Environmental Licensing Bill (PL 2,159/21) — preserving safeguards for Indigenous Peoples and local communities rights, Atlantic Forest protection, and financial-sector accountability. This collective victory, achieved alongside civil society and faith allies, demonstrates how value-driven mobilization can shape national policy. At the […]
IRI PERU HOLDS RAINFOREST IMMERSION FOR SENIOR RELIGIOUS LEADERS
From September 15–17, more than 25 faith leaders, Indigenous Peoples representatives, and social organizations took part in a scientific immersion journey to the heart of the Peruvian Amazon. The delegation visited conservation areas, met with local authorities and researchers, and held dialogues with communities living on the frontlines of environmental change. The objective was clear: […]
IRI DRC strengthens strategic partnership with CAFI to advance forest governance
The IRI DRC met with representatives of the Central African Forest Initiative (CAFI) to deepen collaboration and align efforts on forest governance, land rights, and sustainable development in the Democratic Republic of Congo. A Unified vision for inclusive governance The discussion highlighted IRI DRC’s progress in creating a national interfaith network that links provinces such […]
