From March 13 to 15, 2025, the XVII Congress of the Maijuna Native Communities Federation (FECONAMAI) was successfully held in the community of San Pablo de Totolla, located in the Putumayo district of Loreto. This event brought together representatives from the Maijuna base communities of Nueva Vida, Puerto Huamán, and the host community San Pablo de Totolla, as well as the Murui Bue community of Centro Arenal, the Federation of Border Native Communities of Putumayo (FECONAFROPU), partner organizations, and local leaders. The main goal was to strengthen governance, organization, indigenous leadership, and land protection.

Key topics discussed included the report on the activities of the local fishing monitoring committees (COLOVIPA), which are made up of 62 community monitors (23 women and 36 men). Training and patrolling in Maijuna communities were also highlighted.

Additionally, the achievements of FECONAMAI's 2024 work plan were presented, covering areas such as health, education, internet access, implementation of productive projects, and promotion of the indigenous economy. This included the commercialization of chambira fiber and meliponiculture with the support of various partners.

Participants also shared updates on activities related to land defense and political strengthening, including communication and impact actions to address various threats to their communities and the Maijuna Kichwa Regional Conservation Area (ACRMK).

Furthermore, the new board of directors of the San Pablo de Totolla community was publicly recognized, the 2025 Work Plan of FECONAMAI and Maijuna Women Leaders was presented, and a transparent financial report of the congress was delivered. The event was fully funded with the support of partners such as OnePlanet Perú, Pro Purús, Nature and Culture International (NCI), the Amazonian Center for Anthropology and Practical Application (CAAAP), Amanatari, and Explorama, reaffirming their commitment to supporting the visibility and empowerment of the Maijuna people.

The event concluded with cultural performances that celebrated the spirit of identity, resilience, and unity of indigenous people  in Putumayo.