Inti Raymi is an ancient Incan festival celebrated on June 24 to honor the Sun God, Inti. It marks the winter solstice in the Southern Hemisphere and the start of a new year in the Inca calendar. Traditionally held in Cusco, Peru, it symbolizes gratitude for the sun’s energy and requests for a good harvest. […]
Independence Day in Peru is celebrated on July 28 and marks the country's independence from Spanish rule in 1821. It is a national holiday featuring parades, military displays, and cultural events. The following day, July 29th celebrates establishment of the Republic of Perú. Together these two days are called Las Fiestas Patrias and are by […]
The Day of the Pachamama honors the Andean goddess of the Earth and fertility, Pachamama. It is a traditional festival where people give thanks to Pachamama for providing life, food, and protection, often offering symbolic gifts or food to the earth as a form of gratitude and respect. The celebration emphasizes the connection between humans […]
International Day of Indigenous Peoples celebrates the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of indigenous peoples worldwide. It raises awareness about the challenges they face, such as the preservation of their lands, rights, and languages, and promotes the protection of their cultural heritage and rights.
We discuss (1) the role of environmental defenders in climate action, biocultural diversity and human rights protection in Colombia, Peru and beyond; (2) challenges they face including mining, floods, forest fires, drought or carbon piracy; and (3) gaps of their recognition in the UNFCCC process.
This meeting was not a conventional workshop, but rather a exchange of knowledge: a meeting point to weave knowledge and strengthen alliances. Over three days, we immersed ourselves in a deep and practical dialogue on how Biocultural Heritage Territories (TPBC), formalized as Agrobiodiversity Zones (ZABD), are at the forefront of rights-based conservation and food sovereignty […]
This side event showcases community-led approaches to implementing the Treaty's core articles on in-situ conservation and the realization of Farmers’ Rights. Anchored in Peru’s globally recognized Potato Park, experts will demonstrate how Biocultural Heritage Territories function as effective systems for safeguarding crop genetic resources and food sovereignty in centers of diversity and origin. The session […]
Mountain Partnership member Balipara Foundation will convene the 13th edition of the Eastern Himalayan Naturenomics™ Forum on 10–11 December 2025 in Guwahati, Assam, India. The two-day event will gather participants in person and feature plenary sessions, roundtables, exhibitions and community-led showcases. 11 December: International Mountain Day 2025
