Research & Advocacy
Policy-oriented research and advocacy on rights, land, territories, resources, governance, culture, political participation and environmental justice.
Asian Indigenous International Network
Indigenous voices.
Shared futures.
Asian Indigenous International Network brings together Indigenous Peoples, organizations and communities to advance rights, strengthen Indigenous leadership and ensure Indigenous perspectives are heard in decisions that shape lives, lands and futures.
Kathmandu, Nepal
Headquartered in Kathmandu and rooted in regional Indigenous collaboration.
Across Asia
A regional network connecting Indigenous organizations, communities and movements.
UN ECOSOC
AIIN was granted ECOSOC Special Consultative Status on 29 July 2025 (Decision 2025/336).
Our purpose
AIIN provides a platform for collaboration, solidarity and collective action while strengthening Indigenous participation in national, regional and international decision-making processes.
Creating space for Indigenous knowledge, leadership and rights to shape Asia’s shared future.
Learn about AIINIndigenous knowledge
Knowledge carried across generations.
Indigenous knowledge is inseparable from relationships with land, culture, community and future generations. AIIN works to strengthen recognition of these knowledge systems within conversations on rights, governance, environmental sustainability and development.
Explore our workOur work
Research. Leadership.
Solidarity. Rights.
AIIN undertakes a wide range of activities aimed at strengthening Indigenous Peoples’ rights and capacities through research, advocacy, capacity development, networking, solidarity and international engagement.
Capacity Building & Leadership Development
Training, workshops and exchanges strengthening Indigenous leadership, governance, advocacy and participation.
Networking & Solidarity Building
Communication and collaboration among Indigenous communities and organizations at local, national, regional and global levels.
International Engagement
Participation in UN mechanisms and international processes relevant to Indigenous Peoples.
Our network
Connected across Asia. Engaged globally.
AIIN’s work is strengthened through relationships among Indigenous organizations, communities, academic institutions, governments, civil society and international institutions.
Explore our networkOur approach
Collective action grounded in rights and self-determination.
AIIN’s approach is shaped by relationships, Indigenous leadership and meaningful participation in decisions affecting communities, lands and territories.
Rights
Indigenous Peoples’ rights must be recognized, protected and reflected in policies and decisions affecting their lives and territories.
Representation
Indigenous Peoples must have meaningful opportunities to speak for themselves within decision-making processes.
Knowledge
Traditional and Indigenous knowledge systems are essential sources of understanding, resilience and sustainable practice.
Solidarity
Lasting progress is strengthened through cooperation among Indigenous Peoples, civil society, governments and international institutions.
International engagement
Bringing Indigenous perspectives into international processes.
AIIN holds Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and engages with United Nations mechanisms and international institutions relevant to Indigenous Peoples.
Its engagement includes processes connected with UNPFII, IFAD, FAO, UNESCO, WHO, UNEP, EMRIP, UNEA and broader multilateral and sustainable-development processes.
ECOSOC consultative status does not make AIIN a United Nations agency or imply United Nations endorsement.
Explore UN engagementPublications & resources
Knowledge for advocacy and action.
AIIN’s research and knowledge work addresses Indigenous Peoples’ rights, land and territories, natural resources, customary governance, cultural preservation, political participation and environmental justice.
Browse resourcesResearch & Advocacy
Rights, land, territories, resources, governance, culture and environmental justice.
Indigenous Knowledge
Traditional knowledge systems, cultural diversity and Indigenous approaches to sustainable practice.
Policy & International Engagement
Materials connected with Indigenous participation, advocacy and engagement in national, regional and international processes.
Events & engagements
AIIN in dialogue and action
Explore selected moments from AIIN’s regional and international engagements, consultations and events.
Explore Events & Media
Phoolman Chaudhary — speaker
High-level event of the General Assembly for the launch of the International Decade of Indigenous Languages
Phoolman Chaudhary represented AIIN at the UN high-level event launching the International Decade of Indigenous Languages.
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View eventStronger connections make stronger movements.
AIIN welcomes opportunities to build respectful collaborations with Indigenous organizations, civil society, researchers, governments and international institutions committed to Indigenous Peoples’ rights and well-being.