Allie Nambo
Caity Bierman
Jessica Freidt
“The discovery of gold in Yanomami territory has led to the most serious threats to Yanomami survival. The practice of gold mining in Yanomami territory has not only caused the destruction of their natural environment, but has numerous health consequences for the Yanomami people. The effects of mercury poisoning, a chemical used in the process of gold extraction, are widespread. At the same time, the gold miners themselves have posed a violent threat to Yanomami survival. Numerous killings, beatings, and other attacks have been inflicted on the Yanomami communities by Brazilian gold miners.”
-ICE Case Studies
The Inventory of Conflict and Environment (ICE) website is a part of the Mandala Projects that was created by Dr. James Lee, a professor at American University, who was one of the first at AU to use the Web as a part of teaching. The Mandala Projects is a blend of new technologies and new research on critical issues of our time. Looking at the ICE Case Studies section specifically, one can find a case on the Yanomami of the Amazon and the current issues they are dealing with. The purpose of this website is to provide a common basis and method for looking at issues of conflict and environment. By providing background information on the Yanomami and specific incidences they have encountered over the years, this website reaches out to a non-indigenous audience to inform of the issues and injustice the Yanomami have and are currently dealing with.
Conflict and Human Rights in the Amazon
The Enemy of God website is designed to promote the film The Enemy of God, which showcases a Yanomami Shaman’s adventure throughout life. By promoting this film, this website also encourages viewers to learn more about the Yanomami people and their culture. The “Get Involved” page encourages discussion of the film and the culture and provides an on-line community where those interested can ask further questions.
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