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Indigenous Peoples
of Asia Solidarity (IPAS) Fund

The first Indigenous-led fund that is prepared to increase the amount of direct funding to Indigenous organizations across Asia.

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Indigenous Peoples
of Asia Solidarity (IPAS) Fund

Based on the IPAS Baseline Survey conducted across 9 countries with participation from 433 Indigenous organizations, only 2% reported that current funding is sufficient. A staggering 80% of organizations stated that funding is either insufficient (47%) or very insufficient (33%), making it difficult for them to address their needs and priorities.

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Indigenous Peoples
of Asia Solidarity (IPAS) Fund

The first Indigenous-led fund that is prepared to increase the amount of direct funding to Indigenous organizations across Asia.

Learn more

Indigenous Peoples
of Asia Solidarity (IPAS) Fund

The first Indigenous-led fund that is prepared to increase the amount of direct funding to Indigenous organizations across Asia.

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300 M+ Indigenous Peoples

Asia is home to over 300 million Indigenous Peoples, making up two-thirds of the world’s Indigenous population.

93 M Hectares + of Tropical Forest

Indigenous Peoples in Asia are responsible for the protection of 93 million hectares of tropical rainforests.

$1.7 Billion Forest Tenure Pledge

IPAS was established to address the limited access of Indigenous Peoples in Asia to the $1.7 billion forest tenure pledge committed at COP 26 in 2021, alongside other funding opportunities.

About IPAS Fund

Indigenous Peoples in Asia represent two-thirds of the global Indigenous population, with over 300 million of the 461 million worldwide. Despite their rich cultural heritage and critical role in environmental stewardship, many Indigenous Peoples face severe marginalization, exclusion from decision-making processes, and lack access to resources necessary to assert their rights and pursue self-determined development. In response to these challenges, the IPAS Fund was created as a testament to the solidarity shared among Indigenous Peoples across Asia. It provides crucial support to Indigenous communities as they fight for their rights, protect their ancestral lands, and promote sustainable, community-driven development. Join us in making a difference—together, we can Strengthen Our Resilience and Respect Our Rights.