Prince William Launches Initiative to Protect Indigenous Defenders of Brazil's Amazon Rainforest

Prince William is visiting Brazil for the awards ceremony of his multi-million-dollar environmental prize.

London:

Britain's Prince William will unveil a new initiative on Tuesday designed to support Indigenous communities and environmental activists who often face life-threatening risks while protecting Brazil's Amazon rainforest.

The prince, currently in Brazil to host the awards ceremony for his significant environmental prize, emphasized that these communities have historically safeguarded the world's crucial ecosystems but now encounter increasing threats to their lives and territories.

"If we are serious about tackling the climate crisis and restoring nature, we must stand with those who defend it," Prince William stated.

He arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Monday, aiming to redirect attention from his uncle Andrew's scandal back to the royal family's charitable initiatives.

According to the prince's United for Wildlife foundation, thousands of environmental advocates have disappeared or died over the past decade, with Indigenous communities being disproportionately affected.

The new Brazilian initiative builds upon a five-year financial program William announced last year, created in collaboration with two partner organizations, which provides 10,000 rangers across Africa with access to affordable insurance coverage.

Additional details about the Brazilian partnership will be disclosed on Tuesday during William's address at the United for Wildlife summit.