Four Sanuma Indians in northern Brazil have committed suicide since last August. Suicide is virtually unheard of amongst the Sanuma, one of the four groups which make up the Yanomami tribe. Other Sanuma have attempted suicide. The Sanuma used timbó, a strong poison made from a vine and used to kill fish and alligators, to kill themselves. There has also been an alarming rise in the consumption of alcohol among the group.
Act now to help the Yanomami
Your support will help the Yanomami keep control of their lands, lives and futures. There are many ways you can help.
- Writing a letter to the Brazilian government can make a real difference.
- Donate to the Yanomami campaign (and other Survival campaigns).
- Write to your MP or MEP (UK) or Senators and members of Congress (US).
- Write to your local Brazilian embassy.
- If you want to get more involved, contact Survival…
