International – Africa and the Middle East

Friends of Peoples Close to Nature  

Global movement of individuals and groups dedicated to the survival of tribal peoples, in particular hunter-gatherers.

Indigenous Information Network Kenya  

This NGO is involved in dissemination of information, community development, lobbying and advocacy activities in support of indigenous and minority peoples in the region.

Indigenous Knowledge Program  

This website opens a gateway to development approaches that rely on traditional knowledge systems to help achieve the Millennium Development Goals

Source: The World Bank Group

Indigenous Peoples in Botswana  

This page introduces the San, the indigenous people of Botswana, and outlines the main issues they are facing today.

Source: International Work Group on Indigenous Affairs

Indigenous Peoples of Africa Co-ordinating Committee (IPACC)  

IPACC is a network of 150 indigenous peoples' organisations in 20 African countries which purpose is to unite diverse community based indigenous peoples' organisations into an alliance for effective advocacy.

Maasai Association  

The Maasai Association is driven by the commitment of community building, economic development, health, and food security.

Maasai Environmental Resource Coalition, The  

MERC is a grassroots network of Maasai organizations advocating for the protection of traditional land rights of the Maasai people, and for conservation of the great ecosystems of East Africa.

Organisations africaines des Pygmées (In French Only)  

This site links to information on Pygmies' and Aboriginal organizations and events in Central Africa.

Simba Maasai Outreach Organization  

SIMOO is an NGO that works with the Maasai people of Kenya to improve their living standards through integrated development.

South African San Institute  

SASI is an independent, non-governmental organisation that mobilises resources for the benefit of the San peoples of southern Africa, as mandated by the Working Group of Indigenous Minorities in Southern Africa and other San organisations.

Terrawatu  

Terrawatu is an NGO that aims to put into practice educational, health and economic development programs to promote the conservation of biological and cultural diversity.

Working Group of Indigenous Minorities in Southern Africa  

WIMSA is an NGO working to help the San, the first people of southern Africa, and lobbying to provide them with opportunities to make their voices heard.

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