In this 10-minute video, Kuy villagers in Cambodia show their determination to protect Prey Lang (“Our Forest”) as bulldozers tear it down for agro-industry expansion and mining projects.
Walking along a narrow path through ancient trees, Kuy elder Ru Lark says, “Our people are worried. How long can Prey Lang survive? Kuy people know we can look after it. It is part of our belief. We have lived here for many years, and the forest has not been lost. If the government can work with our communities, we know that we can save this forest.”
That’s a big “if,” which is why the Kuy people are asking us to help them convince Cambodia’s government to halt the destruction and work with the Kuy to protect Prey Lang. Watch this beautiful video and then please send emails to Cambodian government officials from the Cultural Survival website.
