La Preservación y el Respeto de la Cultura Indígena Embera Katio Arizapono en Montelíbano Córdoba, desde las Prácticas Artísticas Escultóricas

Abstract

In the context of Colombia's cultural diversity, where multiple ethnicities converge and enrich its social fabric, the preservation of the identity of indigenous peoples is a vital challenge. This research exercise seeks to give visibility to marginalized communities and raise a cry for the respect and preservation of their legacy, focusing on the Embera Katio Arizapono culture of Montelíbano, Córdoba. Recognizing the multiple threats they face, this proposal analyzes the impact that Western models have had on their worldview, customs and ancestral values, which, although they have stood the test of time, are being irreversibly transformed by historical, socioeconomic and cultural dynamics. The project focuses on promoting respect and preservation of this indigenous culture through artistic sculptural practices, integrating symbolic elements that represent their identity and tradition. The creation of sculptures not only functions as an artistic expression, but also as a vehicle for telling stories, highlighting struggles and achievements, and raising awareness in society about the importance of cultural diversity and the rights of indigenous peoples.