The COP 30 being hosted in the Amazon means that world leaders will pay particular attention to highlighting the vital role of Indigenous communities in protecting the rainforest and combating the climate crisis.  Since the beginning of time, they have used their deep knowledge of the forests to harvest them sustainably and protect them.  

On today’s show, our guests, Gabby and Mike, will call on the UK government to demonstrate global leadership at this vital summit by championing Indigenous Peoples.  We will hear from indigenous people themselves about the violence and intimidation they face, and the threats to rainforest biodiversity.  We will examine how the UK government can help by preventing British companies from contributing to rainforest destruction and how the government can promote biodiversity protection at the COP.