Amazon Research Internacional (ARI) is a non-profit organization based in Peru dedicated to conserving Amazonian biodiversity, ecosystems and indigenous knowledge. We work on conservation, scientific research, education and empowerment of native communities and leaders aimed at mitigating climate change, regenerating degraded species and ecosystems, elevating traditional wisdom and empowering nature- and culture- positive livelihoods. We focus on bee conservation, and advocating for the rights of nature, aiming to enhance sustainability, fair trade, and protect traditional knowledge. Stingless bees are symbolic species of the Amazon, and studying them and combating the threats that endanger their survival, we can start vital conversations about the future of conservation in the Amazon Rainforest.

OUR MISSION

Progress conservation of fragile Amazonian biodiversity, ecosystems and indigenous knowledge through conservation programs, scientific research, educational experiences, policy, and empowerment of native communities and leaders.

Team

  • Rosa Vásquez Espinoza, Ph.D.

    Founder and Executive Director

  • Alejandro Zavaleta

    Vicepresident and Director of Finances

  • Miryan Delgado

    Director of Programs and Projects

  • Rosangela Mariño

    Projects Coordinator

  • Julissa Tarrillo

    Educational Coordinator

Indigenous and Local Partners in Peru

  • Cesar Delgado, Ph.D.

    Bee Expert, Educator and Scientist at Institute of Investigation of the Peruvian Amazon

  • Cesar Ramos

    President of Reserva Comunal Ashaninka

  • Richar Demetrio

    Ashaninka Scientist and Park Ranger

  • David Cárdenas

    Director of Reserva Comunal Ashaninka of SERNAN (Ministry of Environment)

  • Stefanie Torres

    Kukama-kukamiria Educator, Beekeeper and President of Asociación de Meliponicultores de la Región Loreto

  • Heriberto Vela

    Beekeeper and Ecotourism Guide

  • Ornella Muñoz

    Agroforestry Engineer

  • Luis Garcia

    Biologist and Wildlife Photograper

  • Avita Cuarima

    Kukama-kukamiria Scientist, Translator and Ecotourism Guide

International Collaborators

  • Earth Law Center

    NGO dedicated to the legal protection of nature. We collaborate with Constanza Prieto, Javier Ruiz and Bastian Nuñez.

    USA and Latin America

  • Callie Veelenturf

    Founder of The Leatherback Project and For Nature

    Ecuador, Panamá, USA

  • Jorge Medina Gutierrez

    Stingless Beekeeper, Engineer and Liaison with Ese Ejje Communities

    Bolivia

  • Julianna Faria

    Chemical Engineer and Researcher

    USA

  • Maria Garcia

    Educator and Blog Writer

    Spain

  • Freya Park

    Conservation Strategist

    UK