Caring for Children and Families in Indigenous Communities

The world’s indigenous peoples are keepers and practitioners of unique cultures and traditions that are distinct from the dominant societies in which they live. Throughout history, indigenous peoples have sought to protect and defend their territories and way of life, yet time and again their rights have been violated.

In this How We Care series, we present the models of three CSOs in protecting indigenous rights through the care of children and families in indigenous communities: Association for Community Development (ACD) in Bangladesh, Taller de Vida (TdV) in Colombia and Te Whānau o Waipareira in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Below each organisation's materials, you can click through to a post by them where you can ask questions, provide feedback and exchange with them directly about their practice.

ACD - Association for Community Development - Addressing human rights and climate justice for indigenous Santal people

Taller de Vida - Center for Development and Psychosocial Consulting - Working to preserve traditions and protect rights.

Te Whānau o Waipareira - providing free services and support. By Māori for Māori: The Pā Harakeke (Flax Bush) Model

West Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand