Our direction

Vision & Mission

AIIN’s direction is grounded in the rights, dignity and self-determination of Indigenous Peoples and in their ability to participate meaningfully in decisions affecting their communities, lands and futures.

A shared future shaped by Indigenous Peoples.

A world where Indigenous Peoples are fully respected, their rights are recognized and protected, and their voices meaningfully shape policies and decisions that affect their lives, lands and futures.

Mission

Strengthening Indigenous Peoples and their organizations.

AIIN works to empower Indigenous Peoples in Asia and beyond by:

01

Promoting and defending Indigenous Peoples’ rights

Support advocacy and engagement that advances recognition, protection and implementation of Indigenous Peoples’ rights.

02

Strengthening Indigenous voices, leadership and institutions

Strengthen Indigenous leadership, organizational capacity and meaningful participation in decision-making processes.

03

Building alliances

Build alliances with Indigenous movements, civil society, governments and international institutions.

04

Supporting Indigenous-led initiatives

Support Indigenous-led initiatives that foster self-determination, cultural preservation and environmental sustainability.

Work toward shared futures.

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