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The documentary “Hushahu: Singing with the Ancestral Spirits” was released last Sunday (1) – a project that tells the story of the first woman to become a shaman among the Yawanawa people. The event took place at the Museu dos Povos Acreanos.
Determined to change this reality, Hushahu challenged cultural norms/Photo: Reproduction
The documentary was produced by Sans Filmes, in partnership with the Elias Mansour Culture Foundation, based on resources obtained by Lei Paulo Gustuvo.
Several indigenous leaders and enthusiasts in the area of audiovisual production participated in the launch, which included cultural presentations and coffee breaks.
Who is Hushahu Yawanawa?
Hushahu grew up among the Yawanawa people, immersed in a culture deeply connected to the forest and spirituality. Since her childhood, she closely observed the rituals and sacred songs of her people, in addition to being enchanted by their spiritual relationship with nature. However, over the years, women have been excluded from traditional spiritual practice, with shaman leadership being reserved for men only. This did not stop Hushahu from following his own path.
The documentary was produced by Sans Filmes, in partnership with the Elias Mansour Culture Foundation, based on resources obtained by the Law Paulo Gustavo/Photo: Reproduction
Determined to change this reality, Hushahu challenged cultural norms and decided to seek the knowledge necessary to become a shaman. His journey of transformation began with the ritual of spiritual isolation, a fundamental practice among the Yawanawa people, which involves months of seclusion, fasting and the use of sacred plants. During this process, Hushahu gained the wisdom necessary to lead his community and connect deeply with the spirits of the forest.
By becoming a shaman, Hushahu not only carved out a space for spiritual leadership, but also inspired other women in her community to pursue their own dreams and break down cultural barriers. Her trajectory became a symbol of resistance, female empowerment and the spiritual strength of the Yawanawa people.
Today, Hushahu is a spiritual leader and an important defender of Yawanawa culture. In addition to her work in her village, she shares her knowledge and defends the preservation of the Amazon at international events, highlighting the importance of spiritual connection with nature and respect for the environment. The fight for indigenous territory and against deforestation is one of its flags, because, for the Yawanawa, protecting the land is ensuring the survival of their culture.]
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