Who we are

Formalized in December 2022, our association works with agroecology in all its social and environmental aspects, in the lower south of Bahia.

We are farmers and cultural producers united with the aim of strengthening our common purpose of regenerating the land, applying and sharing ancestral knowledge, creating autonomy from a local economy, producing and ensuring access to healthy food that strengthens the community through collective efforts, educational projects and agroecological fairs.

What is Agroecology?
Agroecology is an integrated approach that combines ecological and social principles to create sustainable food and agricultural systems. Rooted in Indigenous practices, it minimizes external inputs and fosters sustainable interactions between plants, animals, humans, and the environment. Unlike other sustainable development methods, agroecology emphasizes bottom-up, localized solutions and the co-creation of knowledge, blending scientific and traditional wisdom. This approach supports food sovereignty, empowers communities, and tackles global issues like climate change, poor nutrition, and corporate control. Recognized by governments and global institutions, agroecology also promotes the rights of women, youth, and Indigenous Peoples, offering a proven path to climate-resilient food systems.

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We develop projects that promote agriculture, knowledge exchange and the culture of our community. To reach more people, we need financial support.

Below are some ways you can support us:

Projects

Explore our main ongoing socio-environmental programs

Juçara Educational and Cultural Center

The Juçara Educational and Cultural Center, located in the Santa Maria Settlement, has the primary mission of providing quality education, art, and leisure in the rural area while addressing the negative impacts of conventional agricultural practices.
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Agroecological fairs

Agroecological fairs are essential for promoting food and nutritional security and serve as vital sources of income for many farming families.
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Seed Banks

Seed banks are special facilities that store seeds from various crops and trees. Their main goal is to protect the world's genetic resources and the incredible variety of plant life. This preservation helps scientists, plant breeders, and farmers worldwide.
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Grandmothers of the Earth

The goal of this project is to support female farmers in reclaiming their ancestral knowledge by providing assistance in farming practices, helping with management and planting, and addressing the needs of their farms over a one-year period through collaborative work with their families. This includes exchanging knowledge and seeds, as practiced in the agroecology movement.
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Capoeira Angola

Capoeira is a powerful tool of cultural resistance. Now recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of Brazil, it is celebrated worldwide, promoting cultural resilience through art. The capoeira circle, which combines martial arts, dance, and music, is a vivid display of resistance and skill, reflecting both historical struggle and cultural endurance.

The main objectives of the Capoeira Angola project in the Santa Maria settlement are to strengthen Afro-Indigenous culture in the region, foster personal empowerment among Black and Indigenous children, youth, and adults, and serve as a tool for self-defence and the prevention of child and youth violence.

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Board of Directors

Aloyana Lemos

President

Aloyana Lemos

President

Mariana Mota

Vice-president

Mariana Mota

Vice-president

Brunna Pujol

Financial Director

Brunna Pujol

Financial Director

Carol Stein

Secretary

Carol Stein

Secretary

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