Fundação Nacional do Índio (FUNAI)

Fundação Nacional do Índio (FUNAI) is a Brazilian government agency responsible for protecting and promoting the rights of Indigenous peoples. It works to preserve their cultures, lands, and ways of life, ensuring their sovereignty and addressing issues like land demarcation, legal recognition, and social welfare. FUNAI also advocates against illegal activities such as illegal logging and land invasion, aiming to support Indigenous communities in maintaining their identity and resources within the wider society.