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COSTA RICA DENIES INDIGENOUS RIGHT TO CONSULT ON CAFTA, AND ONLY PRETENDS TO CONSULT ON AUTONOMY.: An article from: NotiCen: Central American & Caribbean Affairs by Gale Reference Team, 2006-09-07
Costa Rica.(Country Profile): An article from: New Internationalist by Louisa Reynolds, 2007-09-01
Genetic variation of the Y chromosome in Chibcha-speaking Amerindians of Costa Rica and Panama.: An article from: Human Biology by Edward A. Ruiz-Narvaez, Fabricio R. Santos, et all 2005-02-01
Vias de extincion/Vias de supervivencia by Juana Sanchez and Gloria Mayorga Paula Palmer, 1992
Diccionario Fraseológico Bribri-Español Español-Bribri by Enrique Margery Peña, 1996
I Won't Stay Indian, I'll Keep Studying: Race, Place, And Discrimination in a Costa Rican High School by Karen Stocker, 2005-12-30

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Eco-Index: Natural Resources Vigilance Committees In Southern Costa Rica
Consejo Indgena Regional del Pacfico Sur, costa rica. Resolve conflictsbetween indigenous people with COVIRENAS acting as a resolution tribunal.
http://www.eco-index.org/search/results.cfm?projectID=904
Eco-Index: A Meeting Of Indigenous Cultures
A Meeting of indigenous Cultures. active countries. costa rica national flag Create a forum for the indigenous people of the country to meet.
http://www.eco-index.org/search/results.cfm?projectID=905
History Of Costa Rica
In all, there were probably no more than 200000 indigenous people on 18 The art of gold working was practiced throughout costa rica for perhaps one
http://centralamerica.com/cr/moon/mohistory.htm

Extractions: Destination content © Christopher P. Baker, used from Moon Handbooks Costa Rica, 5th edition. The region was a potpourri of distinct cultures divided into chiefdoms. In the east along the Caribbean seaboard and along the southern Pacific shores, the peoples shared distinctly South American cultural traits. These groupsthe Caribs on the Caribbean and the Borucas, Chibchas, and Diquis in the southwestwere semi-nomadic hunters and fishermen who raised yucca, squash, pejibaye (bright orange palm fruits), and tubers supplemented by crustaceans, shrimp, lobster, and game; chewed coca; and lived in communal village huts surrounded by fortified palisades. The matriarchal Chibchas and Diquis had a highly developed slave system and were accomplished goldsmiths. Amulets, awls, tweezers for plucking out facial hair, beads and baubles, pendants and religious icons decorated in fantastical animist imagery were among the many items of gold expertly worked through the "lost wax" technique. These people were famed for their simple clothwork, which was traded throughout the country. They were also responsible for the perfectly spherical granite balls (bolas) Alas, the pre-Columbian cultures were quickly choked by the stern hand of gold-thirsty colonial ruleand condemned, too, that Jehovah might triumph over local idols.
Central American Indigenous People's Painting Of Wetlands
Central American indigenous people s painting of wetlands Ce tableau a étéréalisé au costa rica, pendant la 7e Session de la Conférence des Parties
http://www.ramsar.org/cop7/cop7_painting.htm

Extractions: The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands Central American indigenous people's painting of wetlands At the conclusion of the 10 days of deliberations, the artists presented their painting and their " People's Declaration on Wetlands " during the closing ceremonies. In the rush of events, however, the painting, though now framed and prominently displayed in the Secretary General's office and during Standing Committee meetings, was not included in reports of the COP and never made available on this Web site. Here is a photo-scan of the painting itself, followed by a description of the circumstances of its creation by Ms rocio.cordoba@orma.iucn.org "The painting was an output coming from a very very important process that IUCN Mesoamerica Wetlands and Coastal Zones Program promoted during the year 1998 and 1999 in Central America. In each country, we had a process of the elaboration of People's Declaration on Wetlands . In each country of the region we have a group of indigenous and campesino people living close to Ramsar sites in a workshop in order to get their feelings about what wetlands are and the importance of these ecosystems for their lifes. As a result of this process a "People's declaration on wetlands" was produced and presented during the COP7 by a local woman from Honduras. In order to elaborate this Central American people's declaration we had a workshop in Solentiname in which all the painters participated and from which they've got the "inspiration" for the painting that you have in Gland and another painting which is in our office in Mesoamerica. As you can see the picture is not only a product of the painters' imagination but an inspiration on the declaration's process. I am really glad that this finally will have the importance that it deserves."
Study Abroad Costa Rica Page
In the years that followed, costa rica s indigenous people found their landswarming with European settlers, and for years the region achieved no prominence
http://info.iiepassport.org/Archive/CostaRicaIIE.html

Extractions: A land of natural wonders, Costa Rica, dubbed by Christopher Columbus as 'the rich coast', is situated between Nicaragua and Panama of Central America. The country prides itself as an ecotourism mecca, and boasts its geologic wonders of the Volcan Arenal and Rincon de la Vieja volcanoes. Costa Rica is speckled with sublime beach paradises, turtle and bird watching venues, and country wide walking trails. In 1501, Columbus landed in Costa Rica. In the years that followed, Costa Rica's indigenous people found their land swarming with European settlers, and for years the region achieved no prominence. Then, in 1808, coffee became the reigning ingredient that would redefine Costa Rica as a wealthy, independent nation. Nevertheless, it was coffee that would later ignite power struggles among the coffee-growing magnates. In 1856, President Juan Rafael Mora thwarted a U.S. invasion attempt, but it was this outside threat that raised Costa Rica's nationalism. Under General Tomas Guardia's leadership between 1870 and 1882, Costa Rica's foreign policies unraveled in addition to many of its societal principles, which are still regarded today. The 20th century found Costa Rica enjoying steady economic growth, and today the country continues to flourish under President Abel Pacheco's leadership.
Fox Maple Costa Rica Timber Framing Workshop Overview
Greenhouse flats with a variety of sprouted seeds. Traditional building style ofindigenous peoples of costa rica. Project Overview
http://www.foxmaple.com/CostaRica.html

Extractions: This Workshop will combine both Timber Framing and Natural Enclosure Systems Our community building workshop program in Costa Rica over the past three years has been extremely productive and rewarding. We have solidified a solid core group of talented timber framers and created deep friendships with community members. We look forward to returning in 2004. The Timber Framing workshop in 2004 will again take place in the shadows of the majestic Monteverde Cloud Forest, in San Luis, Costa Rica. While the design of the project is still unfolding (as usual until the time comes), we will be working with the Coope de Santa Elena and the cooperative farming community of finca la bella. The coope is made of farmers from 7 surrounding communities. Their primary cash crop is coffee, which has taken a nose dive on the world market of late due to globalization, but hope is on the horizon. While not long ago, most of the coffee produced was exported, today nearly all of it is sold locally. The project is part of our ongoing Indigenous Peoples Community Building Initiative, which is intended to train indigenous community members building skills that will help to make them more self sufficient.
Learn About Tico Culture And History On Adventure Life Costa Rica Tours
Enjoy costa rica hospitality on our costa rica tours while learning about The indigenous people lived in quite autonomous groups and were probably not
http://www.adventure-life.com/costa_rica/costarica_history.php

Extractions: contact us Home Testimonials In the News About Us ... Flights Extensions Extend your Costa Rica travel a few more days with a Costa Rica extension. San Jose Hospitality Icon Legend Please click to see a detailed explanation of these icons used throughout the site. Escort Escorted Unescorted Difficulty Easy Moderate Challenging When to Travel Excellent Very Good Unpredictable Unavailable Specials Register for Adventure Weather Map of Costa Rica ... culture History Back in the 16th century, when the Spanish explorers arrived in what today is called Costa Rica, all they found was a region scarcely populated by several poorly organized tribes. The indigenous people lived in quite autonomous groups and were probably not more that 200,000 in total. Since the indigenous communities had very little power when the Spanish arrived, the Spanish settlers has had a great influence over the country's history. Directly related to this phenomenon is the fact that when the Spanish arrived, they brought with them many diseases that killed the few native people that existed. The area was named Costa Rica (the rich coast) by Columbus when he arrived. The natives he encountered were all so friendly and wore lots of gold. In the 1560's colonization was taking place. The first colonial settlement in Costa Rica was Cartago. It was situated in the central highlands because of its rich and fertile soil, and not along the coast as with many other colonial settlements.
The Tico Times Online Daily Page
We want to leave an impression on the indigenous people (of costa rica ) thatwe re not just here for a few days. We ll come back again and again,
http://www.ticotimes.net/dailyarchive/2005_04/daily_04_18_05.htm
Millennium Ecosystem Assessment
Cabecar indigenous Territory of Chirripo, costa rica. Location fragmentation dueto the unsustainable agricultural practices of nonindigenous people.
http://www.millenniumassessment.org/en/subglobal.chirripo.aspx

Extractions: Home About Partners Reports ... Contacts The hydrographic sub-basin of the Chirripo or Duchi river, which comprises two indigenous territories inhabited by the Cabecar ethnic group, located on the Caribbean slope of Costa Rica. Asociaci³n IXACAVAA for Indigenous Development and Information Contact information: Mrs. Esther Camac
Voluntary Work Information Service (VWIS) Organisations - Kan Tan Project, Costa
Kan Tan Project costa rica. Ecological Development in indigenous Territory million in costa rica; with indigenous people representing approximately
http://www.workingabroad.com/organis/kantan.htm

Extractions: Kan Tan Project - Costa Rica Ecological Development in Indigenous Territory Aim of the Volunteer Project The Kan Tan Project is a private ecodevelopment and cultural project working to create a centre to strengthen the indigenous spirit in a practical capacity. It is an educative farm primarily involved in rescuing some of the practices that have been weakened or that have disappeared from the Brunka community. Volunteers will work on ecological and community programmes in the farm and in the village, and will live with a Brunka family in the Boruca village, gaining the opportunity to be a part of their community and learn about their culture. Costa Rica The Republic of Costa Rica lies on the Central American isthmus, bordered by Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the south. There is a population of around 3.5 million in Costa Rica; with indigenous people representing approximately only 1 percent of this figure. There are 8 main indigenous groups, with 5 of these groups living in the south of Costa Rica (the Guaymies, Borucas (Brunkas), Teribes, Cabecares and Bribris). In 1977 the Costa Rican government created a system of indigenous reserves which gave the native populations the right to live in self governing communities. Kan Tan Preserve The Kan Tan Preserve is part of the Brunquena mountain range located near the village of Boruca, within the Boruca-Terraba indigenous reserve. Boruca is a small community which preserves on the one hand indigenous traditions and on the other, there is a strong Western influence which brings about mixed cultures and behaviours.
Panama And Costa Rica Thoughts On Both ~ By Matthew Atlee
White Spanish, AfroAntilleans, indigenous people. Coffee came to costa Ricaas a curiosity and when people started to plant it at the beginning of the
http://www.escapeartist.com/efam/57/Panama_Costa_Rica.html

Extractions: Thoughts On Both ~ Page One ~ by Matthew Atlee Costa Rica I like San Jose, the capital; most people will tell you that it is a terrible city, but the place does have character. I recommend staying at the Hotel Costa Rica; the rooms are large and relatively inexpensive for a capital city - $60 a night, of course you can stay in $3 a night joints; I used to that but I always ended up sick with some terrible tropical flu. The hotel is located in the middle of San Jose. I also like the people of San Jose; they are very different from people in Panama where I live. There is a great difference between people from the mountains and people from the coast in Latin America, and I guess anywhere. History The crop that laid the basis for the Costa Rican economy was coffee. Coffee came to Costa Rica as a curiosity and when people started to plant it at the beginning of the 19th century few were patient enough to wait the five years for the plants to mature. At that time most people in Costa Rica drank chocolate or refined sugarcane. By the 1830s and 1840s coffee became the major export crop for Costa Rica. The highlands of Costa Rica were perfect for coffee cultivation; there was light rain, cool temperatures and volcanic soil. The first country to receive coffee from Costa Rica was Chile who shipped the product to Europe. The first European country to ship directly from Costa Rica was Great Britain; in 1843 the British Captain William Le Lacheur pulled into Puntarenas and started to export coffee out of Costa Rica. By the end of the 19th century the coffee crop was king in Costa Rica; the industry created its own elite known as the cafetaleros, who ruled the country.
Medicinal Plants In The Rainforest:Effects On Biodiversity And Indigenous People
However, indigenous peoples who live in the rainforest can identify costa Ricais one of the most biologically diverse regions on the planet with 4% of
http://jrscience.wcp.muohio.edu/FieldCourses00/PapersCostaRicaArticles/Medicinal

Extractions: Costa Rica is one of the most biologically diverse regions on the planet with 4% of the worlds living species being found there, while the country only represents 0.01% of the planet geographically (INBio, 2000). Compared to other countries that are well known for their biological resources, Costa Rica still comes in first in terms of biodiversity. For every 10,000 square kilometers, Costa Rica has 295 tree species, while Columbia has only 35, and Brazil, only 6 (INBio, 2000). History of Medicinal Plant Use Many medications used to treat common ailments are found in plants: strong analgesics such as morphine and codeine come from the poppy (Papaver somniferum; digitoxin, a cardiotonic comes from the foxglove plant (Digitalis purpurea); and ephedra an active ingredient in over the counter antihistamines comes from Ephedra sinica (Trankina, 1998). Various curare lianas from Latin America have a deadly poisonous bark from which alkaloid d-turbocuarine has been isolated and used to treat multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's and other muscular disorders, in addition to having anesthetic qualities (Rainforest Action Network, 2000). Wild yams from Mexico and Guatemala provide us with diosgenin and cortisone, two active ingredients in modern birth control pills (Rainforest Action Network, 2000). In fact, plant-derived medications have anti-depression, anti-oxidant, and antiviral properties that are used to treat everything from arthritis to AIDS.
Costa Rica Study Abroad Programs - CEA
costa ricas relaxed lifestyle, democratic government and vistas of cloud forests People 96% Spanish descent, 2% African descent, 1% indigenous people,
http://www.gowithcea.com/country.cms/itemid=costarica

Extractions: Study abroad programs for US and Canadian college students Login to MyCEA Passport Contact Us Students Parents ... Apply Now Select Destination Argentina - All Argentina - Buenos Aires Australia - All Australia - Sydney Costa Rica - All Costa Rica - San Jos© England - All England - Brighton England - London France - All France - Aix France - Grenoble France - Paris Ireland - All Ireland - Cork Italy - All Italy - Florence Italy - Rome Mexico - All Mexico - Guadalajara Spain - All Spain - Alicante Spain - Barcelona Spain - Granada Spain - Madrid Spain - Salamanca Spain - Seville Costa Ricaâs relaxed lifestyle, democratic government and vistas of cloud forests, bubbling volcanoes, tropical fruit, painted sunsets, diverse wildlife and lush vegetation makes it one of Latin Americaâs hidden gems. Even if you have had no previous Spanish language study experience, you can study Spanish in Costa Rica. Our study abroad program in , Costa Rica offers courses in business, communication, conversation, dance, economics, fine arts, history, political science and sociology. With CEA, your study abroad Costa Rica program is more than just a program; it is an experience. Country Name: Republic of Costa Rica Area: 51,100 sq km (19,725 sq mi)
Mesoamerican Biological Corridor
costa rica ecotourism info, Mesoamerican biological corridor, costa rica In 1998, a regional group of indigenous people and farmers asserted their role
http://www.keytocostarica.com/Mesoamerican-biological-corridor.htm

Extractions: When I first came to Costa Rica in 1971, it was easy to experience how the people lived. More recently, when prospective tourists would ask me to recommend a place where they could see "how the people live", I was hard pressed to think of a community that had not given itself over to tourism in a way that obliterated "how they live". Or else the emphasis was on ecology, and the ticos were excellent guides, but usually not in their own territory. Now there are whole rural communities that are proud of their commitment to conservation and willing to share their humble way of life with interested tourists. I am hoping the community control of these projects and their relative isolation will help them be able to pick and choose what they want from tourism, while letting it supplement their farming incomes. Family farms get very little support on this planet. In many of the projects highlighted in this edition, organic agriculture, appropriate energy technology, and preservation of forests and rivers are combined with tourism in a way that holds great promise for the future. By visiting these communities, you will not only meet some lovely people, but you will be inspired by their ability to put innovative principles into practice. You will also see the results of the intelligent, dedicated work of the United National Development Program , COOPRENA and other NGOs who, in a time of worldwide chaos, are faithfully sowing the seeds of peace.
Costa Rica Cultural Vacations: Costa Rica Hotels And Resorts, Costa Rica Tours
Few of the indigenous people of costa rica have retained their languages. Of thenative population, only the Bribri, the Boruca and the Cabecar,
http://www.travelwizard.com/costarica/CostaRica_Culture.html

Extractions: Costa Rican culture is in many ways a reflection of its racial diversity. The predominant influence has long been European, which is reflected in everything from the official language Spanish to the architecture of the countrys churches and other historic buildings. The indigenous influence is less visible, but can be found in everything from the tortillas that make part of a typical Costa Rican meal, to the handmade ceramics sold at roadside stands. They take pride in having more than one hundred years of democratic tradition, and almost half a century without an army. The army was abolished in 1948, and the money the country saves by not expending in military issues is invested in improving the Costa Ricans standard of living, which has fostered a culture of social peace that makes it such a pleasant place to visit.
Interview With Silvia Rodriguez - Costa Rica's Biodiversity Law - Global Eyes /
I work for the Universidad Nacional in costa rica. (Silvia Rodriguez) We have been very active working with the indigenous people and local communities
http://www.inmotionmagazine.com/global/sr1.html

Extractions: Photo by Nic Paget-Clarke. Introduction Costa Rica's Biodiversity Law Access to genetic and biochemical resources "Adhered to that resource is indigenous knowledge" ... Central American Protocol of Access to Genetic Resources Introduction Dr. Silvia Rodriguez is chair of the board of directors of Genetic Resources Action International ( GRAIN ). GRAIN is an international non-governmental organization which promotes the sustainable management and use of agricultural biodiversity based on people's control over genetic resources and local knowledge. "I am a rural sociologist. I earned my PhD in Wisconsin in development studies connected with rural sociology and environmental issues. I live in Costa Rica. I was born in Mexico but I married and went to live in Costa Rica. Now I am a Costa Rican. I work for the Universidad Nacional in Costa Rica." (Silvia Rodriguez)
Bri Bri, Kekoldi Indigenous, Waterfall And Butterfly Tour Costa Rica In Limón.
Bri Bri, Kekoldi indigenous, Waterfall and Butterfly Tour in Limón costa rica.An unforgettable adventure into the world of indigenous people, butterflies,
http://www.1-costaricalink.com/costa_rica_tours/bri_bri_indigenous_tour.htm
EarthConnect Main Page - Costa Rica Student Summer Programs
Reserve with a native Bribri guide, learn about the culture and customs ofthe Bribri People, one of the few remaining indigenous groups in costa rica.
http://www.costaricanadventures.com/earthconnect/

Extractions: Experiences in this gorgeous tropical setting allow for a growing environ- mental consciousness and commun- ity building. EarthConnect groups encounter the beauty of the rainforest, meet local people, and participate in community service projects while exploring personal connections to the Earth and our role in protecting it.
Cross-Cultural Solutions Dialogue:: Costa Rica
The gold and silver were actually obtained by the indigenous people through trade . costa rica is known for its peace and democracy Local people love
http://www.crossculturalsolutions.org/DataFiles/Newsletter/Dialogue_2005_Costa_R

Extractions: Our volunteers say they feel a world away, but somehow they also feel right at home. Why? Because Costa Rica is a land that is known for its beautiful landscapes and peaceful attitude. Our volunteers are greeted with open arms and smiles from the local people we call Ticos . The colorful dancing and music draws them in closer. I approach each volunteer as a new friend and as a kind of teacher, for them to find where they might be most useful and for them to learn about the community and the culture of my country. Hopefully you, too, will soon join us in saying, Right in the heart of Costa Rica, Cartago is known as the center of history and religion. Cartago was the first permanent Spanish settlement in Costa Rica and was formerly its capital. Every August thousands of Ticos make their way to this peaceful city to visit La Basilica, a holy site for Catholics.
ACM Tropical Field Research In Costa Rica
Ethnobotonical Study and Enrichment of the Tropical Forests with a MedicinalPlant Used by the Bribri and Cabécar indigenous People of costa rica.
http://www.acm.edu/tfr/topics-bot.html

Extractions: Agricultural sciences botany chemistry ... literature ACM Tropical Field Research in Costa Rica A listing of topics and abstracts from Tropical Field Research program participants, arranged by subject area. Copies of these papers and projects are kept on file at the ACM office in Costa Rica for use by ACM program participants only Each entry includes: student's name, topic, advisor's name, student's college, year of participation, length of paper, abstract. Botany Barber-Gormley, Peregrine , Ethnobotany and the study of optimal natural ecological conditions of an endangered cycad, Zamia skinneri , for the enhancement of future cultivation techniques. Adv. Rafael Ocampos. Colorado. 1999. 77 pp. The environmental conditions of two wild populations of the Costa Rican cycad, Zamia skinneri , were studied in Baltimore, Matina county, Limón province, Costa Rica. Slope and soil conditions were analyzed to determine the effects on population abundance. The rise and the run of slopes was measured in a total of 62 plots containing the two populations. Higher mean population densities were found on moderate to steep slopes, than on flatter slopes. Both physical and chemical soil conditions were analyzed from two composite soil samples taken separately from the two population sites. Soil conditions showed considerable differences between the two populations. The information found in this study, in conjunction with previous studies, seems to show that

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