El Río Es Familia - Production & Contact Info (original) (raw)

It's unimaginable what harmful effects long-standing mining practices can have on rivers worldwide. In the Valle de Elqui in Chile, the Canihuante family and their community have banded together to combat those harmful effects and protect ...See moreIt's unimaginable what harmful effects long-standing mining practices can have on rivers worldwide. In the Valle de Elqui in Chile, the Canihuante family and their community have banded together to combat those harmful effects and protect the Cochiguaz River. This river is a vital resource for locals and the variety of wildlife and plants that depend on its water for survival. In this film, you'll meet our River Hero, Rafael Canihuante, president of the Canihuante indigenous community, and Carmen Canihuante, who is working on a petition to establish the river's status as a natural sanctuary. You will also meet countless other community members who are standing up for this incredible South American water source.See less