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Ancestral heritage
We preserve memory, traditions and ancestral knowledge as a living force for new generations.
ONG NEWUENTUN · Province of Arauco, Chile
Guardians of ancestral heritage, its land and its people
Preserving ancestral legacy, supporting the community.
ONG NEWUENTUN works to preserve Indigenous heritage in the Province of Arauco through social, educational and ecological projects that connect ancestral wisdom with the wellbeing of future generations.
About us
NEWUENTUN: strength, community and future
At ONG NEWUENTUN, we believe the future is built with the wisdom of those who came before us and the energy of those who will come. Our mission is rooted in deep respect for the ancestral traditions of the Mapuche people and the commitment to a life in balance: Küme Mongen.
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Integral education
We promote human, academic and eco-cultural education for children, young people and the community.
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Land preservation
We work to restore ecosystems through native reforestation and environmental education.
Our projects
Working for a stronger community connected to its territory
Greenhouse and native reforestation
We restore ecosystems by propagating, preserving and reforesting with native species. Our goal is for the greenhouse to help reforest 2 million trees per year.
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Language school and integral education
We are committed to providing integral human and academic education for future generations, incorporating Indigenous language, English and eco-cultural skills to preserve eco-heritage.
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Legacy and community training
We transmit ancestral knowledge about caring for the land through workshops in our greenhouse, in our school and through training open to the whole community.
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Province of Araucoworking territory
2 MillionNative Trees per year
3areas: social, educational and ecological
Donations
Your support helps sow wellbeing
You can support our projects individually, through volunteering, in-kind donations or a direct donation to the project.
Corporate donors may have access to tax benefits under Chilean law, depending on the type of donation. Contact us to learn more.
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Work with us
Be part of NEWUENTUN projects and help build wellbeing for future generations. If you are Chilean or foreign, over 18 and willing to help, send us your information so we can contact you and integrate you into our projects.
Greenhouse volunteering
We are looking for people who want to support the day-to-day work of our greenhouse and contribute to the propagation, care and reforestation of native species.
English education volunteering
We are looking for native English speakers for our school, ideally with TEFL certification, authorization to work with minors and a minimum availability of 12 weeks. The role involves 5 hours per day with our students, in exchange for accommodation and meals.
News
News and updates
Discover NEWUENTUN’s progress, activities and next steps.
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Together we can sow tomorrow’s wellbeing
With the strength of our history, the light of education and the care of biodiversity, NEWUENTUN invites the public sector, private sector and civil society to join this effort.