*Program subject to change.*
8:30-9:30 AM
REGISTRATION & NETWORKING
9-11:15 AM
PROGRAMMING
We Are the Forest
FEATURING: Djuena Tikuna
Welcome Address
FEATURING: Mayor Igor Normando
Opening Remarks
FEATURING: Luiza Zveiter, José Kaeté, Diego Scotti
A Turning Point for Amazonia
A look at Brazil’s climate leadership ahead of COP30 and how Amazonian voices can shape global action.
FEATURING:José Ricardo Sasseron, Úrsula Vidal
What’s Driving Deforestation in the Amazon?
A clear-eyed look at the drivers of deforestation in the Amazon, grounded in data, history, and lived experience.
FEATURING: Eduardo Goes Neves, Tasso Azevedo, Djuena Tikuna, Rodrigo Medeiros
How to Finance Forest Protection at Scale
How inclusive, scalable finance can drive forest protection by supporting the communities best positioned to lead.
FEATURING: André Aquino, Nabil Kadri, Ilona Szabó, Gabriel Santamrina, Rodrigo Medeiros
Protecting the Amazon, Respecting Indigenous Land Rights
Exploring how land rights, political inclusion, and justice for Indigenous peoples and local communities are key to ending deforestation.
FEATURING: Concita Sompré, Toya Manchineri, Rodrigo Medeiros
11:15-11:35 AM
MORNING BREAK
11:30 AM - 1:20 PM
PROGRAMMING
Legacy of COP for the State of Pará
As the world prepares to descend on Belém for COP30, a discussion with Governor Helder Barbalho, one of the architects of this historic and critical gathering.
FEATURING: Helder Barbalho, Luiza Zveiter
Reaching Net-Zero in Amazonia
Exploring strategies to achieve net-zero emissions in the Amazon.
FEATURING: Carolina Pasquali, Rodrigo Agostinho, Juan Carlos Losada, Natalie Unterstell
Leaving No One Behind in the Amazon's Energy Transition
As Brazil hosts COP30, this panel explores inclusive energy transition strategies that empower local communities in the Amazon.
FEATURING: Marcelo Thomé da Silva de Almeida, João Paulo Rodrigues, Gilson Santana, Natalie Unterstell
Brazil’s Place in the Global Climate Agenda
Brazilian leaders discuss translating COP30 commitments into real climate action through governance, innovation, and youth activism.
FEATURING: Marcio Astrini, Lucas Nassar, Larissa Pinto Moraes, Natalie Unterstell
1:20-2:20 PM
LUNCH BREAK
2:20-3:30PM
PROGRAMMING
Helping the Amazon Adapt to a Warming World
Highlighting how Amazon communities are adapting to climate impacts with local solutions.
FEATURING: Caetano Scanavino, Jean Ferreira da Silva, Juliana Grippa, Priscila Tapajowara
Mobilizing Communities in the Amazon
Indigenous and civil society leaders share how grassroots organizing drives environmental protection, land rights, and influence major climate forums.
FEATURING: Kleber Karipuna, Leo Cerda, Priscila Tapajowara
Demanding Environmental Defenders Have a Seat at the Table
Bringing together defenders from across the Amazon to share their stories and lay out what’s needed to protect those who protect the forest.
FEATURING: Angela Mendes, Claudelice Santos, Vanuza do Abacatal, Priscila Tapajowara
3:30-3:50 PM
AFTERNOON BREAK
3:50-5PM
PROGRAMMING
Realizing an Equitable Future: The Role of the Private Sector
Exploring corporate climate leadership in the Amazon, focusing on nature-based solutions and Indigenous-led models.
FEATURING: Ronaldo Gonçalves Morato, Manuela Yamada, Puyr Tembé, Gabriella Dorlhiac, Ursula Vidal
Bringing Amazonia's Voice to the World
Two Indigenous leaders share their journeys of advocacy and storytelling to amplify Amazonian voices on the global stage.
FEATURING: Juma Xipaia, Helena Gualinga, Diego Scotti
Final Wrap
Closing remarks and reflections on the event’s key moments and impact.
FEATURING: Luiza Zveiter, José Kaeté, Diego Scotti, Mick Sheldrick, Vanessa Robinson