Arariboia Indigenous Territory

A people threatened by degradation fights to protect the Legal Amazon in the interior of Maranhão.

Cerrado areas transitioning with Legal Amazon

The Arariboia territory, located in the state of Maranhão, is a 400,000-hectare area that is home to the Guajajara indigenous people. This biodiversity-rich territory faces significant challenges. Research indicates that more than 20,000 hectares have already been degraded, threatening the ecosystem and the Guajajara traditional way of life.

The Guajajara people deal with illegal deforestation, land invasions, and natural resource exploitation. These issues accelerate environmental degradation, leading to biodiversity loss and making it difficult for local communities to sustain themselves.

SamaÚma's restoration projects in Arariboia were developed in partnership with the Guajajara, respecting their traditions and knowledge.