This past March 3 marked the ninth anniversary of the assassination of Berta Cáceres, one of Latin America's most courageous human rights defenders. Her life, defined by a relentless defence of justice, continues to serve as a beacon of resistance against the violence faced by environmental defenders. Talking about Berta today is more urgent than ever, as Latin America continues to be the most dangerous region for environmental activists and indigenous rights defenders. In this context, Berta's story is not only about the struggle for nature conservation but also about the dignity of the people who have long cared for it.