BUILDING BRIDGES

Honoring the legacy, ancestral knowledge and vision of Elder Natem Anank

Anank Nunink Nunkai was born in 1947 to the Shuar of the Sacred Waterfalls, deep in the Ecuadorian Amazon. He was an Uwishin (traditional healer) guided by Arutam and the wisdom of his ancestors. Anank's mission in life was to help people, preserve the Shuar culture, and the beautiful rainforest they call home. Anank desired a world of equality and without greed; where plants purify the air and crystalline springs satiate the thirst of the universe. Sharing the natural world in a place of unlimited happiness where dreams become reality. Flying above obstacles and discovering a limitless horizon. Here, in the four winds, you will hear the vibrant voice of the sacred plant Natem saying... PEACE, LOVE, UNDERSTANDING & RESPECT.

We are excited to announce our one day on-line conference

December 9th, from 10:00 am 12:30 pacific time

This will be a rare opportunity to experience the life and culture of the Shuar culture in the rain forest of Ecuador.
Natem’s vision is being carried out by his wife Catherine Nunkai and his son Raul who will be our hosts.
In this online event we :

Explore the medicinal plants of the Ecuadorian region of the Amazon rain forest.

Experience the Shuar cultures dances and music.

Learn about the current projects focus on rescuing traditional plants and providing education around
maintaining a sustainable and self-sufficient way of life for the next generation. 

Learn more about the Natema Jee Cultural Center: