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Biography

Early Life

Career

Born in the sacred Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Lorenzo Gabriel Gil Gil embodies the rich heritage of the Wiwa and Kogui peoples.

His roots deeply influence his writing and activism.

University Role

Univ. Magdalena

Oct 2023 – Present

His roots deeply influence his writing and activism.

Cultural Advisor

Wiwa Tour

Aug 2015 – Dec 2019

Advised on indigenous tourism routes, sharing ancestral stories.

About Lorenzo

Lorenzo Gabriel Gil Gil bridges ancestral wisdom of Sierra Nevada’s indigenous peoples with today’s world through his writing and activism.
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A close-up of an open notebook with handwritten text in blue ink. The writing appears to be in a poetic style. In the background, there is a partially visible closed book on a wooden surface.
A person dressed in traditional indigenous attire stands indoors. The attire includes a feathered headdress, embroidered clothing, and patterned moccasins. The person is holding a long pipe and a fan made of feathers. The background features a painted backdrop with a window on the left side.

Gallery

Moments and memories from Lorenzo Gabriel Gil Gil’s rich journey.

Large, vibrant letters adorned with intricate tribal-style illustrations. The design features small human figures engaged in various activities, constructed in a traditional, artistic pattern. The letters are primarily in shades of red and yellow, with black line drawings that depict scenes and motifs inspired by indigenous art.
A group of indigenous people with long hair is seen walking through a dense, lush green forest filled with various types of plants and trees. The forest floor is covered with leaves, and the area is rich in vegetation.
A mural painted on the side of a building depicts indigenous imagery, featuring a person wearing traditional clothing and a horned headdress. There is a vintage map in the background with geographic markers, along with tepees and mountains in the central part of the mural. The artwork incorporates sepia tones and appears to be weathered as if blending historical elements with cultural significance. In front of the mural is a red bench on the sidewalk.
A person with braided hair and glasses is sitting at a wooden table, writing on some papers. There is an open laptop beside them, along with two potted plants on the table. The background shows a room with artwork on the walls and another person walking past an open doorway.
A bookshelf filled with a variety of books categorized under Ibero-American literature. The shelves are organized with books displayed upright and stacked, showcasing colorful covers and titles. The structure is wooden with sections divided by horizontal and vertical beams.
A person is holding a protest sign with bold, colorful letters in front of a small crowd. The sign criticizes various groups like colonizers and nationalists for dehumanizing others. Other protesters and signs are visible, conveying a sense of activism.
A person with long hair and glasses is seated at a wooden table, focused on writing in a notebook. The individual wears a denim jacket over a light-colored shirt, and the setting appears to be near large windows with a view of an outdoor area containing chairs. The lighting is natural, suggesting daytime.
A person stands on a city street, holding a flag on a pole and a sign reading 'Indigenous People for Black Lives'. The scene includes a stone wall, a set of steps, a cup, and a bag. In the background, palm trees and buildings are visible.