The Darién Gap, a dense and treacherous rainforest stretching between Colombia and Panama, has long served as a formidable barrier, safeguarding its Indigenous communities from outside influences. For centuries, this isolated region’s reputation has deterred all but the most daring adventurers. However, the recent surge of migration—over 500,000 people traversing
The Darién Gap, a dense and treacherous rainforest stretching between Colombia and Panama, has long served as a formidable barrier, safeguarding its Indigenous communities from outside influences. For centuries, this isolated region’s reputation has deterred all but the most daring adventurers. However, the recent surge of migration—over 500,000 people traversing its rugged terrain annually—poses unprecedented threats to both the local ecosystem and the way of life for those who call this forest home. The Growing Threat to Indigenous Communities The
