Fundación Nacional do Índio (FUNAI)

Fundação Nacional do Índio (FUNAI) is a Brazilian government agency responsible for protecting and promoting the rights, culture, and territories of Indigenous peoples in Brazil. It works to safeguard their lands from illegal activities, preserve their customs and languages, and ensure their inclusion in society with respect and autonomy. FUNAI also develops policies and programs to support Indigenous communities, aiming to balance development with the preservation of their traditional ways of life and natural environments.