FUNAI (Fundação Nacional do Índio)

FUNAI, or Fundação Nacional do Índio, is Brazil's National Indian Foundation, established in 1967. Its primary mission is to protect the rights and interests of Indigenous peoples in Brazil, including safeguarding their lands, cultures, and ways of life. FUNAI works to promote their social and economic development while ensuring their participation in decisions affecting them. The organization also conducts research and monitors Indigenous lands to prevent invasions and exploitation. As a government agency, FUNAI plays a critical role in preserving Brazil's rich Indigenous heritage and promoting respect for these communities within the broader national context.