Today, the Mapuche live in confined areas. The struggle for resources and identity has repeatedly led to conflicts.
The Methodist Church in the Temuco region is committed to empowering the Mapuche and promoting a culture of dialog. Project activities include prevention with workshops, support for people affected by violence, legal advice and the creation of spaces to preserve the traditions of the indigenous population.
Araucania in southern Chile has been a popular emigration destination for centuries. Today, the Mapuche are in the minority. In Araucania, they have a slight majority, but often receive little or no recognition. Many were resettled, for example during the construction of Temuco airport.
A climate of fear, mistrust and mutual prejudice prevails among the population. Dialogue hardly seems possible. The fronts have hardened between the state, churches, settlers and the indigenous population. For some time now, the conflicts have been manifested in the form of destruction and violence.
The Methodist Church project supports women and leaders of the Mapuche communities. Workshops, support for people affected by violence, legal advice and the creation of spaces to preserve the traditions of the indigenous population.
This project is co-financed by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation SDC, Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA, through a program contribution.
| Project name | Peacebuilding in the Temuco region |
|---|---|
| Project number | 43500 |
| Partner organization: | Iglesia Metodista de Chile |
| Project participants: | The indigenous Mapuche people |
| Country: | Chile, Temuco region |
| Budget: | CHF 90,000 (3 years) |
| Running time: | 2023 – 2025 |
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