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PUMA FEST and the community Mongabay Latam has helped build

Mongabay Latam celebrated its tenth anniversary with PUMA FEST in Bogotá, bringing together over 400 participants for discussions and workshops focused on environmental journalism. The organization, which has grown to include more than 90 media partnerships and trained Indigenous journalists across Latin America, has established itself as a key force in environmental reporting. Its work includes investigative reporting on issues like illegal mining and deforestation, and it has fostered a network of journalists committed to environmental causes. The event highlighted the strong community and collaboration Mongabay Latam has built over the past decade.

What happened

Mongabay Latam celebrated its 10th anniversary with PUMA FEST in Bogotá, bringing together 400 people for talks, workshops, and collaboration on environmental journalism.

Why it matters

The event highlights the growth of a regional news network that has strengthened environmental reporting through partnerships, training, and investigative work across Latin America.

Why it belongs here

It shows how sustained, community-driven journalism can foster collaboration and innovation in addressing environmental challenges, offering a model for constructive media.

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