Gingger Shankar

Gingger Shankar is a filmmaker, artist, activist, composer, and musician. Learn more: https://www.ginggershankar.com

Nature Speaks to Us. We Just Need to Listen.

In the Ecuadorian Amazon, Nemonte Nenquimo found her voice as an activist in gatherings lit by fire and song

By Gingger Shankar December 11, 2025

In this story: indigenous communities, activism, forests, women, environmental justice

Close-up of Nemonte Nenquimo looking into the distance, wearing a feather headdress and string top. A red stripe is painted across her eyes and nose.