In 2024, the IPAS Fund, in collaboration with the Country Steering Committees (CSCs) and Charapa, launched a baseline survey to strengthen its understanding of Indigenous networks and priorities across Asia.
The survey was guided by a questionnaire developed collectively by the IPAS Board, with national and sectoral consultants engaged to support its implementation. Data collection was conducted online, followed by a manual validation process to ensure accuracy and completeness. This effort was grounded in principles of trust, patience, dialogue, and mutual learning, fostering a collaborative approach among Indigenous Peoples in Asia.
A total of 433 organizations participated in the survey, representing key regional networks, national organizations, Indigenous youth, women, and persons with disabilities.
