TED: The forest is our teacher. It's time to respect it | Nemonte Nenquimo

A Huaorani leader shares her personal journey and the deep connection her people have with the jungle. She highlights the destructive impact of colonization, roads, and oil companies on their land. The leader emphasizes the importance of listening to indigenous voices and respecting their rights to protect the environment. She calls for government action to halt exploitation and pollution, stressing the cultural and spiritual ties to the jungle and the need for global awareness and respect for Mother Earth.

What role does the jungle play in the lives of the Huaorani people?

• A place for recreation

• A source of economic wealth

• A master teacher and source of wisdom

• A barrier to development

What are some of the threats to the Amazon mentioned by the speaker?

• Urbanization and industrialization

• Oil spills, mining, and colonization

• Tourism and agriculture

• Climate change and deforestation

How do the Huaorani people view their relationship with the jungle?

• As a resource for economic gain

• As a place to be avoided

• As a source of life and knowledge

• As a temporary shelter

According to the speaker, what is the outsiders' perception of the jungle?

• A resource for exploitation

• A home full of life

• A place of spiritual connection

• A sacred place

What is the speaker's view on the promises made by oil companies?

• They are environmentally friendly

• They are misleading and harmful

• They are beneficial for the community

• They are necessary for development

What does the speaker urge the government to do regarding the Amazon?

• Increase oil production

• Promote tourism in the jungle

• Ignore indigenous voices

• Respect indigenous rights and stop exploitation

What does the speaker believe is necessary for the protection of the Amazon?

• More government control

• Expansion of urban areas

• Respect for Mother Earth and indigenous voices

• Increased industrial activity