The struggle for Indigenous rights in Brazil has reached a critical juncture as orchestrated attacks on their territorial claims intensify.

The Supreme Court’s ruling in late 2023 declaring the Marco Temporal (“Time Limit”) legal thesis unconstitutional was the result of over a decade of Indigenous struggle and marked a significant victory. However, agribusiness and mining interests have launched new offensives against Indigenous rights.

These efforts, including a proposed amendment to Brazil's Constitution that would legalize Marco Temporal, threaten to undermine Indigenous land rights and accelerate environmental destruction in the Amazon.

As Brazil stands at a crossroads, the international community’s support and vigilance are crucial in ensuring that Indigenous rights are upheld and the Amazon rainforest is preserved for future generations.