Indigenous Artisans Support
Hummingbird Beadwork by Kamëntsá Women
At the heart of the Colombian Amazon, Kamëntsá mothers are keeping a sacred tradition alive—through the creation of intricate beaded hummingbirds inspired by the natural world and ancestral symbols.
Known as Kindy in the Kamëntsá language, the hummingbird represents love, resilience, and spiritual willpower.
Through our Kindy Hummingbird Campaign, OIOC supports over 20 women-led households by helping them create and sell their handmade hummingbirds. Each piece is a prayer, a story, and a step toward economic independence.
Handcrafted Symbols of Love, Strength & Ancestral Wisdom
Deep in the Colombian Amazon, Kamëntsá artisan mothers are preserving an ancient tradition—ancestral beadwork passed down through generations. At OIOC, we work with over 20 Indigenous families led by women heads of household, offering them a sustainable way to support their children while honoring their cultural heritage.
Each piece of jewelry is a sacred creation, crafted with intention and filled with the symbols of the natural world. This is more than art—it's a living expression of Indigenous knowledge.
The Kindy Hummingbird Campaign
The hummingbird—or Kindy in Kamëntsá—is a sacred symbol of love, willpower, and spiritual connection. Through our Kindy Hummingbird Campaign, we offer beautiful, hand-beaded hummingbirds for organizations, retreat centers, and conscious gift-givers.
The Kindy Hummingbird Campaign is a tangible initiative led by OIOC to create real and lasting impact in the Kamëntsá community. For years, we have supported Indigenous women artisans through this program—providing economic empowerment, honoring ancestral knowledge, and nurturing cultural continuity.
Today, over 20 Kamëntsá families—led by resilient artisan mothers—create sacred beadwork inspired by the natural world and their cultural symbols. Their beaded hummingbirds—Kindy in Kamëntsá—embody love, vitality, and willpower. This campaign aims to establish a consistent line for selling their work, generating sustainability and reciprocity for Indigenous families.
We call on organizations working in the field of psychedelics, plant medicine, and ancestral healing to walk in reciprocity—supporting the very communities that have safeguarded this sacred knowledge for generations. Join us in co-creating pathways of justice, dignity, and sustainability.
Meet the Beadwork Guardians
Bata Carmen Chicunque
Lead Artisan and Master of Traditional Design
With 30 years of dedicated artistry, Carmen (43) leads our artisan community with unparalleled design and color combination expertise. "I am deeply grateful to those who purchase our pieces," she shares, "as they not only support our families but help preserve the ancestral traditions of Kamentsa art."
Omaira Chindoy
Artisan and Teacher
With 15 years of weaving expertise, Omaira (37) finds deep fulfillment in her craft. It provides her with the independence to be present with her children while passing on these sacred traditions. "This work gives me the freedom to be with my children," she says, "teaching them our ancestral craft as they grow."
Sandra Chicunque
Young Master of Natural Symbolism
At 28, Sandra Elizabeth represents the vibrant future of Kamentsa artistry. Drawing on eight years of experience and generations of family legacy, she specializes in creating pieces that capture the essence of nature through traditional symbols. "This work is my family's legacy," "where we embed different symbols of nature into each piece."
Maura C. Jansasoy
Guardian of Traditional Techniques
Maura carries forward a lifetime of artistic heritage from her home in Tamabioy village within the Kamentsa territory. "I showed great interest in this art from a very young age," she reflects, "learning eagerly from our elders." Today, she has mastered all traditional beadwork jewelry techniques, supporting her two children single-handedly through her craft.
Milena Salazar Muchavisoy
Specialist in Hummingbird Designs
Also 28, Milena brings nine years of dedicated craftsmanship to her work, with a special passion for creating hummingbird designs. "This work is like meditation," she shares, "allowing me to focus my time and energy into creation." Her pieces are known for their delicate representation of these sacred birds, each one reflecting the meditative state in which they are created.
Doris Carmen Chindoy
Master of Thread Weaving
For the past decade, Doris has specialized in thread weaving, where she brings to life the rich symbolism of the Kamentsa community. As a single mother of three children (15, 11, and 7 years old), she channels her creativity and cultural knowledge into supporting her family. Her pieces are distinctive for their intricate thread work, each one telling a story of her people's connection to the natural world.
Why Support Hummingbird Beadwork?
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Preserve ancient Kamëntsá symbols and artistry
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Generate income for Indigenous women in need
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Promote intergenerational knowledge transfer
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Offer beautiful, ethical gifts with a purpose
The Kindy Hummingbird Campaign
Ethical Gifts That Give Back to Indigenous Communities
The hummingbird—or Kindy in Kamëntsá—symbolizes love, willpower, and spiritual connection. Through our Kindy Hummingbird Campaign, we offer beautiful, hand-beaded hummingbirds for organizations, retreat centers, and conscious gift-givers.
These ethical artisan gifts do more than decorate—they support Indigenous women, preserve cultural identity, and promote reciprocity in the psychedelic and plant medicine space.
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Minimum order: 20 hummingbirds
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Perfect for conscious events, retreats, and gifting
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100% proceeds go to Kamëntsá women and their families
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