Januária Alves

Januária Alves is an author and cultural advocate known for her work on Brazilian folklore, particularly the mythological figure of Curupira. Her writings highlight the importance of this character, a mischievous guardian of the Amazonian forests, in preserving the cultural identity of indigenous peoples and promoting environmental awareness. Alves has been cited in discussions surrounding the COP30 conference, where Curupira serves as a mascot, symbolizing Brazil's commitment to forest protection and climate action.