Realities and cultural perceptions of climate change in ethnic communities in the Chocó Biogeográfico

Abstract

Continuous emissions originate gases in productive activities of man and his consequent effects on weather conditions in the world today are recognized by the population generally, and after many years of being seen as speculation, are now as a threat to environmental stability of the planet, the security of the population and against food sovereignty of communities. With this document I intend to show the realities and perceptions of the phenomenon of climate change in the ethnic communities of Chocó Biogeográfico, protected by direct observations of their behavior, as well as the results of dialogues and surveys of male and female leaders in the region. Traditional knowledge, a fundamental pillar of the cultural identity of black and indigenous Pacific, gaining strength and vigor in the community perception of the phenomenon and issues such as religion, myths and legends, traditional production systems and man’s relationship with nature appear as not only factors behind climate change but also its effects. Similarly, it is perceived within communities that use of nature under the rules of the indigenous and black worldview, to implement social norms and social regulations, are also a way to defend their presence in it, effective ways to mitigate the effects of climate change, so the strengthening of ethnic organizations is seen as a need to address the problem.