International – Africa and the Middle East

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 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

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.

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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