The Forest
"The forest is not just a physical landscape for the Pygmy, but a sacred space where they derive spiritual meaning, find solace,
and maintain their cultural identity."
SACRED FOREST
Since ancient times, the forest has been viewed as a sacred, living entity by the people who thrive here, forming the lifeblood of society. The sustainable way of life practiced by the Pygmies has enabled them to maintain a balanced, harmoniousrelationship with their natural environment.
A previous trip by a team member 16 years ago
THE CONGO RIVER BASIN
As the world’s second-largest tropical rainforest covering up to one-quarter of the total global area, the Congo Basin is a lush oasis of ecosystems and contains an immense diversity of animal and plant life. As one of the world's poorest countries producing the least amount of greenhouse gas emissions, Congo is predicted to be among the countries that will be hardest hit by climate change.
Deforestation as a consequence of logging, mining, and the oil industry poses a great threat not only to the Pygmies but to the global community. Forests play an essential role in the following processes: Regulating the climate, Controlling the flow of water, Protecting and enriching soils, Controlling disease, Safeguarding water quality