Strengthening Indigenous Institutions Across Asia: IPAS Fund Holds Its First Regional Learning Exchange in Sabah
Sabah, Malaysia | 7–10 April 2026 Across Asia, Indigenous communities continue to strengthen solidarity, reclaim their rights, and build their own pathways toward self-determined futures.
Why Direct Funding Matters for Indigenous Peoples, Farmers, Fishers, Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities
The world is currently facing multiple and interconnected crises, including economic, political, ecological, and geopolitical crises. These challenges are affecting countries across Asia, shrinking democratic
Strengthening Indigenous Youth Voices in Cambodia
In 2025, the Indigenous Peoples of Asia Solidarity Fund (IPAS Fund) prioritizes support to three key sectors: Indigenous women, youth, and persons with disabilities. In
The 3rd Malaysian Indigenous Peoples’ Conference on Education (MIPCE-3)
The theme of MIPCE-3, “Celebrating Indigenous Languages and Cultures through Holistic Education,” to be held from 12–14 December 2025 at J Borneo Native Village, Lok
Indonesia: BPAN’s 5th National Working Meeting Strengthens Indigenous Youth Leadership and Sovereignty
The Barisan Pemuda Adat Nusantara (BPAN – The Indigenous Youth of Archipelago) held its 5th National Working Meeting (RAKERNAS V) in the Ampang Delapan Indigenous
Indonesia: Leadership Training for Young Indigenous Women with Disabilities in South Sulawesi
IPAS is committed to ensuring that Indigenous persons with disabilities are not only included but also empowered to lead and shape their communities. Through direct
Across Asia: Indigenous Peoples’ Stories of Strength and Solidarity
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Empowering Indigenous Youth in Thailand to Protect Their Rights and Environment
In Thailand, over 5 million Indigenous Peoples from 46 ethnic groups live across 67 provinces. Their deep connection with the land, water, forests, and cultural
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