VOICES OF THE WIXÁRIKA - EP 1 - MIGUEL CARRILLO

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Wirikuta Preservation Project

Uma Sai: Voices of the Wixárika
Episode 1 of the
Voices of Earth
Series

Introducing the Uma Sai: Voices of Earth series
Exploring the deeply woven connection between biodiversity and cultural diversity, highlighting the deep interdependence between human societies and the natural world. Through stories, music, and interviews with indigenous communities, environmental activists, and cultural leaders, the series will delve into the ways in which traditional ecological knowledge and sustainable practices can provide solutions to environmental challenges while protecting cultural heritage. Ultimately, the series aims to inspire and empower individuals to embrace their connection to the natural world and stand in solidarity with those working towards a just and sustainable future for all.


Uma Sai: Voices of the Wixárika
Episode 1
Created in collaboration with the Wirikuta Preservation Project, a series connecting us to the mystic and everyday realms of the Wixárika culture. Episode 1 features the insightful Miguel Carrillo, a respected tribal representative for the Wixárika.



Uma Sai x Wirikuta Preservation Project
The Wirikuta Preservation Project, guided by a council of indigenous Wixarika wisdom keepers, seeks to protect the sacred lands of the Wixarika community in Wirikuta, Mexico. In collaboration with the Uma Sai team and global supporters, the project aims to safeguard cultural heritage, foster cross-cultural collaboration, and conserve biodiversity for future generations. The project's efforts not only benefit the Wixarika Nation, enabling their annual pilgrimage to gather the Sacred Hikuri cactus and perform vital religious rituals, but also ensure the protection of ancient sacred sites, the springs, and diverse species of plant and wildlife inhabiting Wirikuta.

Uma Sai
Video - Holden Davies - Nido Films
Music - Walker Barnard and Iyakuh
Design/Titles - Antonio Campollo and Alejandro Campollo - Plaga

Deep gratitude to:
The Wirikuta Perservation Project team
https://wirikutapreservationproject.com/
And The Goodness Sake Foundation
https://www.goodnesssakefoundation.com/