Ivana Vincke

activist

Ivana Vincke is an indigenous activist and a member of the Association of Indigenous Village Leaders in Suriname (Vids). She has been in the news for her efforts to improve the living conditions of indigenous peoples and advocate for their land rights. Vincke highlights the challenges faced by indigenous communities, including inadequate education, healthcare, and infrastructure. She emphasizes the importance of cultural identity and aims to empower indigenous youth to take pride in their heritage. Recently, she participated in a training in the Netherlands focused on repatriating indigenous artifacts and ensuring accurate representation of indigenous cultures, furthering her mission to strengthen and preserve her community's cultural heritage.