In 2023, violence against indigenous people in Brazil rose by 15.5%, with 208 lives lost despite promises of improvement under President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The states of Roraima, Mato Grosso do Sul, and Amazonas reported 39% of these incidents. Despite new governmental initiatives, violence continues unchecked.
The Indigenous Missionary Council (Cimi) report highlights severe neglect in healthcare, leading to 111 deaths due to inadequate medical care. Child mortality increased to 1,040 deaths, many of which were preventable.
With only eight officially recognized indigenous lands in 2023, government actions like oil exploration near the Amazon River threaten indigenous territories and conflict with their rights. Legislation limiting land rights further exacerbates the situation.
Background
Despite an 89% growth in the indigenous population over 12 years, many reside outside traditional lands, integrating into various sectors. Regions like Amazonas, Roraima, and Mato Grosso do Sul show this integration, highlighting the complex relationship between policy and indigenous well-being.
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