They state that on Monday, July 31, strangers entered the sacred territory of 7 indigenous communities. These lands are divided into two fractions: one with property title of the INDI and the other of fiscal property.
“The invaders arrived at the place firing more than 20 shots into the air with firearms, creating anxiety among children and families, who are currently sheltering in their homes. The leaders of the communities have made the corresponding complaint in the Prosecutor’s Office of the zone; meanwhile, fear and danger remain latent in the midst of the 64 families, in which approximately 250 children live”express,
They add that they resorted to the General Prosecutor’s Office, the National Police and the INDI with their lawyers to act in these cases, for the proper search and eviction, guaranteeing compliance with the National Constitution, they say.
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“In addition, we call on all organizations and institutions that work in favor of indigenous peoples to unite to accompany their complaints and requests in favor of their territorial rights,” he adds.
In another paragraph, he adds that the natives are the genuine owners and protectors of the forests, and today they are raising their voices in the face of constant invasions, aggravated by the depredation of their territories.
“May we know how to keep the ears of our hearts wide open to listen and understand the call that God makes to us as Christians in the midst of this reality of dehumanization”, concludes.
The Archdiocesan Indigenous Pastoral Ministry, the Committee of Churches for Emergency Aid, and the Conference of Religious of Paraguay sign the statement.
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