El Instituto De Los Cuatro Ríos - Four Rivers Institute

Gracias Cuenca! Due to the excellent response to the Amazon Flood Relief, we are extending the opportunity to donate much-needed items like clothing and food. We are incredibly grateful for those who have already gifted, and we look forward to the support of others who have yet to contribute.

Ways to Help:
DONATE ONLINE https://www.classy.org/campaign/amazon-flood-relief/c596503
CASH gifts in Cuenca accepted at Gracie's Naturals, Hermano Miguel (10-5 PM)
CLOTHING T-shirts, casual sports-type. Shoes: Sneakers, Crocs, sandals
FOOD Canned tuna in ring-pull cans of packets
We understand your time is valuable, so we've extended the donation days at the drop-off locations. This is to ensure that everyone who wishes to contribute has the opportunity to do so. Please check the times at each location and find a time that suits you best.

NEW DAYS: June 27, 28, and July 2, 3. LAST DAY July 3.

DROP OFF LOCATIONS IN CUENCA:
Gringolandia – Zona Rosa:
Jose Astudillo 2-05 y Miguel Morocho (next to Edificio Dalí)
Times: 10:00 am to 12 noon

El Vergel:
Nicanor Aguilar 2-75 and Roberto Crespo Toral, Edificio Sol del Sur, #502
Times: 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Questions regarding donations: Message Julie Combs on WhatsApp at 099 264 3727

Amazon Flood Relief Ecuador, June 16, 2024: Hundreds of Indigenous Achuar and Shuar families demonstrated remarkable resilience. Many lost their homes when the Pastaza River overflowed its banks due to the heavy seasonal rainfall in the Amazon. Mudslides, rapidly moving water, and rising rivers washed away homes.&...

Puedes ayudarme, ayúdales. LAS INUNDACIONES AFECTAN A FAMILIAS AMAZÓNICAS. Innumerables familias indígenas achuar y shuar perdieron sus casas, pertenencias, animales y cultivos cuando las aguas embravecidas arrasaron con todo en la Amazonia ecuatoriana. Tu contribución es crucial para proporcionar ayuda inmediata con artículos esenciales que necesitan desesperadamente. Las familias que vivían cerca del río quedaron conmocionadas y desesperadas. El río se lo llevó todo en cuestión de minutos.

https://www.classy.org/campaign/amazon-flood-relief/c596503

Explore the Amazonian Kichwa worldview in three lessons, focusing on power animals and their relevance today. With a unique perspective from someone who has lived in nature and urban settings, the aim is to understand the relationship between these animals and humanity.

Each class concludes with traditional Gualinga songs that invoke the energy of the discussed animals. The goal is to revitalize humanity, recall essential knowledge, and foster dialogues for living in harmony with "sumak kawsay."

The information comes from the Amazon jungle, covering ancestral medicines, the wisdom of yachaks, and jungle scientists, providing a unique education rooted in nature.

CLICK HERE: https://instituto4ros.as.me/?appointmentType=57421756

Join the exciting course guided by Jose Luis, a respected member of the Sarayaku Amazonian Community, and awaken your spiritual self. Explore ancestral practices and the Amazonian worldview to connect with your essence and find inner peace. Discover the path to enlightenment and harmony on this transformative journey! We look forward to exploring the richness of your inner being together!

CLICK HERE: https://instituto4ros.as.me/?appointmentType=57421756

Join the exciting course guided by Jose Luis, a respected member of the Sarayaku Amazonian Community, and awaken your spiritual self. Explore ancestral practices and the Amazonian worldview to connect with your essence and find inner peace. Discover the path to enlightenment and harmony on this transformative journey! We look forward to exploring the richness of your inner being together!

CLICK HERE: https://instituto4ros.as.me/?appointmentType=57421756

WE HAVE A GIFT FOR YOU!
This year, give with a purpose by purchasing our handcrafted items from the Andes and the Amazon in Ecuador. Every purchase funds education programs, providing valuable opportunities. Celebrate Christmas with authentic gifts that leave a meaningful mark - make your choice count!

Click here to use your discount: https://www.4-rivers.org/andes-amazon-education-project-aaep

"This New Year, turn your literary dreams into written realities. Join our course Writing for the Thoughtful Reader and discover the power of bringing your stories to life - make the purpose of writing your book an exciting adventure that will transform not only your pages, but your life!"

Click here for more information: https://www.4-rivers.org/writing-for-the-thoughtful-reader

DON'T BE LEFT OUT! SIGN UP FOR OUR WINTER COURSE: Writing for the Thoughtful Reader is an independent short course on writing, offered by award-winning author Allan Combs (aka Leslie) and integral writing coach Anne Kinne. The course will highlight topics such as finding a publisher, when and where to write, hats to wear as a writer, tricks for engaging the reader, guidelines for good writing, and recognizing marginalized voices, as well as dealing with past traumas. There will also be opportunities to receive feedback on writing samples.

Click Here For more info: https://www.4-rivers.org/writing-for-the-thoughtful-reader

Paco, an Achuar student at the University of San Francisco de Quito, is pursuing his dream of becoming an advocate for nature and Achuar culture through his education in Ecotourism. However, he faces financial challenges that threaten to cut his path short. Your contribution will not only support his education but will also help build a more sustainable and culturally diverse world. Every donation, no matter how small, is a step towards a brighter, more environmentally conscious future - join us and support Paco's dream today! Donations maybe tax deductible. (EIN) 86-1362664

Support Paco's Dream of Achuar Ecotourism, organized by 4 Rivers Institute Paco, an Achuar student at the University of San Francisco de Quito, is … 4 Rivers Institute needs your support for Support Paco's Dream of Achuar Ecotourism

This kid will now get good water( filters) meds ( to kill off paracites) and special nutrition food to improve weight. Without the water filters the meds and nutrients just don’t solve the problems.

Your donation can make a big difference, click here : https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LRMFLHDKHBNGE

Big sale to provide back to school kits!
All items handmade in Ecuador! Use the link to browse!Many items 1/2 off. Save 50%

BIG SALE El Instituto De Los Cuatro Ríos - Four Rivers Institute

Check our catalog, click on our link: https://www.4-rivers.org/andes-amazon-education-project-aaep and select the one you like the most.

Plus $5 shipping and handling

Profits benefit the Andes Amazon Education Fund
Providing resources to vulnerable populations in EC

$100,000 for artists

Hasta el 7 de julio de 2023, artistas, productores, gestores, investigadores y profesionales vinculados a los estudios de la cultura y áreas afines podrán presentar sus propuestas para participar de la III edición de la convocatoria de fondos concursables ‘Ranti 2023’: 👉 bit.ly/3pyazQB

El Cemuart o conocido también como Casa de la Mujer, dará un taller sobre fabricación de bisutería ancestral. Conozca las fechas y horarios: 👉 cutt.ly/d5cGlLT

Your Donation of $5 is still Welcome!

Buckets of Love received Thank you to the loving and caring people of Cuenca who donated their money and time to The Waterbearers Drop in the Bucket Drive. They were immediately put to use in the Amazon, where one Achuar c…

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Social and Political Impacts of Indigenous Peoples Uprisings in Ecuador Leonidas Iza, President of the Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador (CONAIE), will discuss the goals, consequences, shortcomings, and gains of the indigenous peoples' uprisings of 2019 and 2022 in Ecuador. Since the '80s, CONAIE has been deemed one of the most influential social move...

$5 is a drop in the bucket !

With your $5 donation, be part of the change, helping indigenous communities to be able to drink clean water, through our filter system.

For more information click on our link:

https://www.4-rivers.org/its-a-drop-in-the-bucket

The big day has arrived !!!!! Don't be left out and be part of our course: From the Inside Out: Somatic Practices for Writers and Integral Scholars ✍️✍️✏️🧘‍♂️🧘🧘‍♀️

https://instituto4ros.as.me/schedule.php

Somatic Writing Course

We are only 3 days away!!!! Don't be left out and be part of our course: From the Inside Out: Somatic Practices for Writers and Integral Scholars ✍️✍️✏️🧘‍♂️🧘🧘‍♀️

Anne Kinne — Instituto 4 Ríos From the Inside Out: Somatic Practices for Writers and Integral Scholars.with Anne Kinne Ph,D And Sarah ApedaileFrom the Inside Out: Somatic Practices for Writers and Integral Scholars will combine imagination, creativity, mindfulness, presence, gentle physical movements, free-writing, and pranayama...

BE PART OF OUR COURSE From the Inside Out: Somatic Practices for Writers and Integral Scholars!

Course starts August 31
Don't be left out! 🤩🤩🤩🤩 ✍️✍️✍️

https://www.4-rivers.org/somatic-writing?locale=es

Somatic Writing Course

GOOD NEWS ! 🤩🤩🤩🤩 We are just a few days away from starting the course: Somatic Practices for Writers and Integral Scholars.

Will combine imagination, creativity, mindfulness, presence, gentle physical movements, free-writing, and pranayama [focused breathing], in each 90-minute class. We will integrate a somatic approach with writing prompts and other techniques designed to support your development as a writer. We also look forward to welcoming guest speakers - one of which will be Leslie Combs, PhD…

Click here for more information: https://www.4-rivers.org/somatic-writing

Energy Magazine Release

My article "Tips for Speaking to the Hearing Impaired" has become very popular and was recently picked up by Energy Magazine. I'm thrilled and proud to be able to share my experiences so that others can benefit by a shorter road to recovery, or in the least be comforted by knowing they're not alone. At this time in our collective history, speaking to be heard is very important but knowing how and when to listen is equally so, if not more.

Read the article by visiting:

https://sound-medicine.com/tune-in-blog/154-tips-for-speaking-to-the-hearing-impaired-energymag

✨ Enjoy!! ✨