Words of Riverine Women, published by Zazie Editions of Brazil in collaboration with the IIAS, introduces words and expressions used in the daily lives of the women community residing in Iriri, in the Amazon region. The words highlighted by the Riverine women in this glossary, compiled by researcher Satya Maia Patchineelam, embody the essence of their daily experiences and emotional connections formed through conversations within their families and the environment that surrounds them.

This volume is a collaborative effort between HAB and the River Cities Network (RCN) of IIAS. The RCN is dedicated to researching and promoting knowledge about rivers and water bodies, viewing them as socio-natural phenomena – natural lifelines shaped over centuries by human intervention, both constructive and destructive. To restore the health of these rivers, a multidisciplinary approach is necessary, involving active engagement from the riverine communities.
 
We hope this book will inspire research teams in Brazil and reach a broader audience, fostering appreciation and understanding of the diverse riverine cultures found worldwide.

Download the full digital copy of this wordbook here.