About the Project

The Biobio Legacy: Mapuche-Pehuenche Organizing and Resistance in Chile
Planning Grant

The NGO, Camino de Tierra in Chile conducted a survey of the photographic and audio material, as well as some original print documents and non-edited video materials, from the local and national struggle against the construction of hydroelectric dams in Chile's historic Biobío river. Materials include black and white and color photographs of meetings and protests, audio of a bilingual radio program and original documents of Mapuche-Pehuenche organizations. In addition to creating an inventory, this project aims to explore future endeavors for more original materials and to create partnerships with local and academic leaders and the local Mapuche-Pehuenche community.

Project Lead

Cristian Opaso, ONG Camino de Teirra

Host Institution

ONG Camino de Tierra (Chile)

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Collection Highlights

  • The Biobío Legacy: Mapuche-Pehuenche Organizing and Resistance

    This project will continue the work of preserving records related to the movement against the construction of hydroelectric dams in Chile’s Biobío river by digitizing audio, photographic and original print materials organized by an earlier MEAP planning grant.

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