In support of our dear friend and healer, Carlos Suarez, we are helping to raise funds in support of the Kogui, Wiwa, Arhuaco, and Kankuamo peoples of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta in Colombia—Indigenous communities whose ancestral lands, traditions, and ways of life are under increasing pressure.

The Mamos and Sagas, spiritual authorities of these communities, hold the responsibility of caring for what they know as the Heart of the Great Mother. From this sacred mountain flow vital waters that sustain life across the region. Protecting this land is not only about territory—it is about preserving balance, culture, and the continuity of life itself.

“Last year, I had the honor of walking this land in pilgrimage. I was guided by Doña Rosa, a Kankuamo elder, curandera, and matriarch. Her wisdom and the stories of the people I met showed me how deeply their lives are intertwined with the land and water. The threats they face are not just local—they affect us all, as the water from these mountains carries truth and information that spreads around the world. Whether we realize it or not, we are all connected to this source.”

• Carlos Suarez
  
  The funds raised will help protect their water source and territory, ensuring the survival of their culture and the health of the land that sustains so many. Please join us in supporting these communities and protecting the source of life for all.