Nery Cardozo Benítez
Nery Cardozo Benítez is a 40-year-old leader of the Mbyá Guaraní community in Paraguay. He has been advocating for the rights and health of indigenous peoples affected by the environmental impacts of nearby gold mining. Cardozo has emphasized the dangers of chemical runoff from mining operations, which he claims threaten local wildlife and water sources.
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