Seed Project Campo Grande
Jay de Araujo, Iben Moller, Juliana Reolon Pereira, Fernanda Savaris and Rosalie Valentiny visited several indigenous communities across the state of Mato Grosso do Sul in Brazil. They set out to interview members of the community to create a documentary that will educate people about the struggles of the indigenous communities in Brazil.
Background
The Terena and the Guarani indigenous communities face a distinct set of issues that threaten their way of life. Many live in next to the highway in poor living conditions and reserves while others have had to fight to reclaim their land. For years, they have struggled to stand up for their rights and maintain their cultures and traditions.
How the Funding Was Used
- plane tickets to and from Campo Grande
- gas and toll payments
- purchase of food for the duration of the project
- car rental
- incidentals like medication, sunscreen and bug spray
How They Made A Difference
By visiting with the people of the Terena and the Guarani, the students helped to make them feel valued and important because they knew that the international community is interested in their lives and ongoing struggles. They hope to have an ongoing impact by creating a documentary about the indigenous communities to spread international awareness of their plight.
How The Project Made A Difference for the Volunteers
By taking part in this GoMakeADifference project, the group of 
UWC students was able to gain a deeper understand of the issues and conflict affect the indigenous people of Brazil. They learned from the struggles of these communities, and encouraged them to be more engaged with social issues even when they are taking place in faraway locations. It was a great cultural exchange for both the students and the indigenous communities they visited.
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