Haru Kuntanawa
Description
About Haru Kuntanawa
Also known as Prince, Haru Kuntanawa is a respected leader within indigenous communities in Brazil. Recognized for his transformative work in renewing the cultural heritage of his people, he brings a strong presence, a compassionate heart, and a deeply influential spirit. Through his leadership, Haru has helped strengthen faith and unity among his tribe and neighboring villages along the banks of Acre, Brazil.
Leadership and Advocacy
With deep reverence for ancestral knowledge and the sacred healing qualities of natural plant medicine, Haru has taken meaningful steps to protect and honor these traditions. He played a central role in creating the Pano Corridor Project, an important initiative that brought together different tribes, nations, and people from around the world, encouraging greater understanding and connection across cultures and continents.
Community Service
Haru currently serves as president of the Ascak Association, the social organization of the Kuntanawa people, where he actively supports the collective rights and interests of his community.
Collaborative Healing
Working alongside his wife and co-leader, Dr. Hayra Kuntanawa, a specialist in both Eastern and Western medicine, Haru has contributed to a project dedicated to protecting Amazonian plants, supporting indigenous healing, and expanding education. In the face of growing corporate exploitation in the Amazon, he has also taken part in international efforts and conferences, including the UN, to defend the forest and its inhabitants from destructive industry.
Transformative Ceremonies
With unwavering commitment, Haru and Hayra share their message with the world through ceremonies and the use of plant medicines from the Amazon primary forest. Their music, voices, and deep presence within these ceremonies create space for healing, helping people reconnect with their roots and awaken their consciousness in harmony with the world. Through this work, they aim to protect the Amazon, inspire global unity, and preserve indigenous cultures for the well-being of generations to come.