Land rights and mangroves entwine in a Brazilian quilombo’s resistance

The quilombo community of Brejão dos Negros in Brazil is fighting to protect their land rights amidst threats to their mangrove ecosystems, which are vital for the region’s biodiversity and local sustenance. Their resistance highlights the interconnectedness of land rights and environmental conservation in the face of external pressures.

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