Real action for Indigenous Papuan communities
Intsia implements interconnected programs in natural resource management, the strengthening of customary institutions, women’s empowerment, research, education, and equitable partnerships.
Intsia’s Core Programs
Six interconnected areas designed to strengthen the rights, capacity, knowledge, and self-reliance of Indigenous Papuan communities.
Equitable Natural Resource Management
Promoting natural resource policies and practices that respect the rights of Indigenous communities.
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Women’s Empowerment and Household Economy
Strengthening the role of Indigenous women in ecology, household economies, and decision-making.
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Strengthening Customary Institutions and Village Governance
Strengthening social structures and customary institutions so communities can manage resources independently and sustainably.
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Education, Research, and Information
Developing research and publications to strengthen policy, public advocacy, and shared learning.
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Partnerships and Collaboration
Building networks with government institutions, Indigenous communities, universities, and development partners.
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Public Policy Advocacy
Promoting fair, participatory, transparent policies that support Indigenous Papuan communities.
Explore this programEquitable Natural Resource Management
This program promotes the management of forests, land, water, and other natural resources while respecting Indigenous rights and sustainability principles.
- Mapping and protection of customary territories.
- Strengthening capacity for natural resource management.
- Advocacy for equitable environmental policies.
Women’s Empowerment and Household Economy
Intsia believes that Indigenous women play an essential role in maintaining ecological balance, family well-being, and community economies.
- Strengthening household economic enterprises.
- Increasing women’s participation in village planning.
- Developing Indigenous women’s leadership.
Strengthening Customary Institutions and Village Governance
This program strengthens social structures, deliberative processes, and customary institutions so communities can manage resources independently.
- Strengthening customary institutions and regulations.
- Strengthening participatory village governance.
- Supporting development planning based on community needs.
Education, Research, and Information
As a knowledge-based organization, Intsia develops research, documentation, public education, and publications to strengthen advocacy.
- Social, cultural, and environmental research.
- Publication of research findings and local knowledge.
- Public education and information development.
Partnerships and Collaboration
Intsia builds networks with government institutions, Indigenous communities, universities, civil society organizations, and development partners.
- Program collaboration and knowledge exchange.
- Development of advocacy and research networks.
- Transparent and equitable partnerships.
Public Policy Advocacy
The advocacy program seeks to ensure that public policies recognize Indigenous rights and provide meaningful opportunities for participation.
- Policy analysis and recommendations.
- Multi-stakeholder dialogue and public campaigns.
- Supporting communities throughout policy processes.
The change we seek to achieve
Every program is designed to strengthen the self-reliance, justice, knowledge, and sustainability of Indigenous Papuan communities.
Let’s collaborate for Papua
We welcome collaboration in programs, research, capacity building, policy advocacy, and support for Indigenous communities.
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