PROGRAMS

How will the Fondo Defensores seek to strengthen the holistic defense or Indigenous territories?

COMMUNICATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAM

Seeks to provide flexible and rapid support to defenders of the territories who are in danger or experiencing situations of criminalization. It also considers unforeseen political and advocacy situations, as well as actions in the face of climatic catastrophes. This program responds to the complex condition and difficult context faced by indigenous people and communities in the defense of their rights and territories in Mexico.

IMMEDIATE ACTIONS PROGRAM (PAI)

Seeks to provide flexible and rapid support to defenders of the territories who are in danger or experiencing situations of criminalization. It also considers unforeseen political and advocacy situations, as well as actions in the face of climatic catastrophes. This program responds to the complex condition and difficult context faced by indigenous people and communities in the defense of their rights and territories in Mexico.

RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS PROGRAM

It conducts accessible, timely and strategic research based on the needs of indigenous peoples and communities in the processes of defense of their territories. It also analyzes the context and situation, both locally and nationally, to generate knowledge tools to face the different challenges and opportunities of the country’s reality.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROGRAM (PAD)

The program provides strategic support aimed at strengthening the processes for defense the territories and rights of indigenous peoples. It aims to support Indigenous Peoples and Communities that have within their work and life commitment innovative and creative proposals as well as a long-term vision of racial, socioeconomic and environmental justice focused on the self-determination of indigenous peoples.  

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