Contract Archaeology and Indigenous Peoples: Reflections on the Brazilian Context

The Brazilian government economic development program has intensified the disrespect for indigenous peoples in Brazil. In reaction they are mobilizing to ensure their self-determination in managing their lands and cultural heritage. At this conjuncture the collaborative research with indigenous peoples has increased especially within the context of contract archaeology. I will examine how some of these researches have been performed and the context in which they operate. I will reflect on these practices with regard to the notion of collaboration in a context where conflicts of interest are the reason of the archaeological research.