Uncategorised – Collective Protection Resources

Filter results Back to resources Manual to prevent the criminalisation of land rights defenders (Spanish only) Organisation: Protection International and Pensamiento y Acción Social Country/Region: Colombia Type: Guides and Manuals This manual is the result of PAS and PI’s support of peasant, afro and indigenous communities in different regions of Colombia and forms part of…

Collective protection for lands rights defenders in Colombia (Spanish only)

Filter results Back to resources Community Protection for Land Rights Defenders in Colombia (Spanish only) Organisation: Protection International; Pensamiento y Acción Local Country/Region: Colombia Type: Guides and Manuals Along with the Association of Indigenous Groups in the North of Cauca, this case study was developed to bring new elements to the ongoing investigation. Organisation:…

Filming Guide (French only)

Filter results Back to resources Filming Guide (French only) Organisation: Witness Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals; Infographics This is a guide on how to create advocacy films with your mobile phone. Organisation: Witness Year: N/A Language(s): French Country/Region: International Area: Community Vigilance, Media, & Monitoring; Research, Campaigning, & Advocacy Type: Guides and Manuals; Infographics Rating: 6.5 Link…

‘Free, Prior and Informed Consent’ Posters (French, Swahili, Lingala, Kikongo only)

Filter results Back to resources ‘Free, Prior and Informed Consent’ Posters (French, Swahili, Lingala, Kikongo only) Organisation: Forest Peoples Programme Country/Region: International Type: Guides & Manuals; Infographics As part of its project on ‘REDD financing, Human Rights and Economic Development for Sustainable Poverty Reduction of Forest Communities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)’ Forest…

Guide for the collective protection of human rights defenders in rural areas

Filter results Back to resources Guide for the collective protection of human rights defenders in rural areas Organisation: Protection International and Aj Noj Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals This publication aims to share theoretical and methodological contributions from the Protección Internacional Mesoamérica (PI Meso) after twelve years of work protecting those who protect human…

Information for indigenous defenders on their collective rights on land, territories and environment (Spanish only)

Filter results Back to resources Information for indigenous defenders on their collective rights on land, territories and environment (Spanish only) Organisation: FAPI & Others Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals This is a resource for indigenous rights defenders to better understand their collective rights to land territories and environment. Organisation: FAPI & Others Year: 2019…

Women Walking Safer – (Spanish only)

Filter results Back to resources Women Walking Safer – (Spanish only) Organisation: JASS (Just Associates) Region/Country: International Type: Guides and Manuals The manual aims to: Celebrate the fights of women and feminists, and help human rights defenders feel like a part of a global movement of women who are constructing social justice. Contribute to a better…

Primer: technology to monitor and share information on rainforests and forest peoples’ rights

Filter results Back to resources Primer: technology to monitor and share information on rainforests and forest peoples’ rights Organisation: Rainforest Foundation Norway; The Engine Room Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals This primer is an introduction to using technology to monitor and share information on rainforest issues, land rights and indigenous rights. It is designed as a…

Prey Lang App

Filter results Back to resources Prey Lang App Organisation: Prey Lang Community Network Country/Region: Prey Lang Forest, Cambodia Type: Digital Tool The Prey Lang app is used by PLCN to collect data on the illegal logging of Prey Lang, and the impact this has on biodiversity and local livelihoods. This data is then analyzed in…

Participatory Mapping: Some guidelines for communities and organisations that support them

Filter results Back to resources Participatory Mapping: Some guidelines for communities and organisations that support them Organisation: Forest Peoples Programme; UK AID Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals Participatory mapping has been used as a tool for supporting community rights for many years. More recently, there has been an increased focus on monitoring as well as…

Participatory Mapping as a tool for empowerment: experiences and lessons learned from the ILC network

Filter results Back to resources Resource Title Organisation: International Land Coalition Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals “Participatory Mapping as a tool for empowerment” brings together a number of valuable experiences on community-mapping approaches. These represent a set of tools and methods that are rapidly being taken up, developed, improved and shared by community-based organizations in many parts…

Our Right to Safety: Women Human Rights Defenders’ Holistic Approach to Protection

Filter results Back to resources Our Right to Safety: Women Human Rights Defenders’ Holistic Approach to Protection Organisation: Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID) Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals This publication is divided into five chapters addressing different aspects of security and protection of WHRDs. Chapter one analyzes the risk factors and violations faced by WHRDs,…

New Protection Manual for Human Rights Defenders

Filter results Back to resources New Protection Manual for Human Rights Defenders Organisation: Protection International Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals The purpose of this new manual is to provide human rights defenders with additional knowledge and some tools that may be useful for improving their understanding of security and protection. It is hoped that the manual will support training on…

Monitoring for more effective advocacy

Filter results Back to resources Monitoring for more effective advocacy Organisation: The Danish Institute for Human Rights Country/Region: International Type: Digital Tool; Guides and Manuals The Indigenous Navigator tools, data and resources can be used for for systematically monitoring the level of recognition of the rights of indigenous peoples. The Indigenous Navigator offers rich opportunities…

Monitoring and Evaluation of Tactics Tracking Sheet

Filter results Back to resources Monitoring and Evaluation of Tactics Tracking Sheet Organisation: New Tactics in Human Rights Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals Use the following sheets to document the campaign actions you have completed and the results you have observed. This process is important to complete after your campaign has taken action to…

MAPEO

Filter results Back to resources MAPEO Organisation: Digital Democracy Country/Region: International Type: Digital Tool MAPEO is a free digital toolset for documenting, monitoring and mapping many types of data. FREE & ACCESSIBLE GEOSPATIAL TECHNOLOGY MAPEO is an offline-first open-source technology which makes it easy for many to use. No internet or special hardware required to…

Making Change Happen: Indigenous and Rural Women in Defense of Land, Territories and Women’s Rights

Filter results Back to resources Making Change Happen: Indigenous and Rural Women in Defense of Land, Territories and Women’s Rights Organisation: JASS: Just Associates Country/Region: Southeast Asia and Mesoamerica Type: Guides and Manuals This issue of Making Change Happen (No. 5) analyzes the efforts of rural and indigenous women to defend their land, ancestral territories…

Leaving no one behind: Practical guide for indigenous people

Filter results Back to resources Leaving no one behind: Practical guide for indigenous people Organisation: Asian Indigenous Peoples Pact (AIPP) Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals The main objective of this practical guide is to provide some basic information for indigenous peoples about the 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development in a simpler and easy-to-understand way.…

Indigenous Rights Radio

Filter results Back to resources Indigenous Rights Radio Organisation: Cultural Survival Country/Region: International Type: Audio/Video; Online Tool; Webinar Cultural Survival’s Indigenous radio producers bring you the latest information on Indigenous Peoples’ rights and how they are being implemented around the world. Listen to our programs, designed for broadcast on community radio stations, including Public Service Announcements, interviews,…

Indigenous peoples’ rights to autonomy and self-government

Filter results Back to resources Indigenous peoples’ rights to autonomy and self-government Organisation: IGWIA, IACHR Country/Region: International Type: Documents and Manuals An International Seminar to assess the global status and trends with regards to indigenous autonomies took place in Mexico City in March 2019. This meeting follows the work developed by indigenous organizations and the…

Indigenous Peoples Human Rights Defenders Field Handbook on Human Rights Documentation and Advocacy

Filter results Back to resources Indigenous Peoples Human Rights Defenders Field Handbook on Human Rights Documentation and Advocacy Organisation: Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact (AIPP); International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs (IWGIA) Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals This handbook provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions on how to document human rights violations, particularly indigenous peoples’ collective rights, and…

Indigenous Navigator Training

Filter results Back to resources Indigenous Navigator Training Organisation: The Danish Institute for Human Rights Country/Region: International Type: Online Tool; Organisational Capacity & Training The Indigenous Navigator provides a set of tools for indigenous peoples to systematically monitor the level of recognition and implementation of their rights. Here you can find training materials to understand…

Protection Manual for Human Rights Defenders: Guide for Facilitators

Filter results Back to resources Protection Manual for Human Rights Defenders: Guide for Facilitators This publication is intended to serve as a tool for people who are interested in facilitating training processes to develop protection capacities in human rights defenders (HRDs), their organisations and communities.Available in English, French and Spanish. Protection International (PI) is happy to announce the launch…

Guidelines on autonomous consultation and consent protocols

Filter results Back to resources Guidelines on autonomous consultation and consent protocols Resource available in Portuguese only:: Protocolos autonomos de consulta e consentimento. Guia de Orientacoes Organisation: Rede de Cooperacao Amazonica (RCA) Year: 2019 Language(s): Portuguese Country/Region: Brazil Area: Boundary Conflicts, Land-claim Disputes; International Legal Mechs; Research, Campaigning, & Advocacy Type: Guides & Manuals Rating:…

Consultation & Prior Consent Protocols: Ideal for developing free, prior and informed consent protocols

Filter results Back to resources Consultation & Prior Consent Protocols: Ideal for developing free, prior and informed consent protocols Resource available in Portuguese only: Protocolos de Consulta & Consentimento Previo: Ideais para a elaboracao de protocolos de consulta previa, livre, informada de consentimento. Organisation: Fase Amazonia; Fundo DEMA Year: 2019 Language(s): Portuguese Country/Region: Brazil Area:…

Indigenous Navigator Tools Database

Filter results Back to resources Indigenous Navigator Tools Database Organisation: The Danish Institute for Human Rights Country/Region: International Type: Digital Tool The Indigenous Navigator offers a systematic analysis of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), and a comprehensive approach to understanding its provisions, as well as monitoring their implementation through a…

Indigenous Mapping Workshops

Filter results Back to resources Indigenous Mapping Workshops Organisation: Firelight Group Country/Region: International Type: Digital Tools; Webinars The Indigenous Mapping Workshop and its strategic partners are dedicated to the development and advancement of culturally appropriate and inclusive geospatial technologies for Indigenous communities. Our work focuses on the generation and dissemination of decolonized resources in Geographical…

Prior Consultation Protocols: and the right of free determination

Filter results Back to resources Prior Consultation Protocols: and the right of free determination This guide examines the principle of Free Prior and Informed Consent, and the right of self-determination. This guide is available in Portuguese only. Protocolos de Consulta Previa: e o direito a livre determinacao Organisation: Fundacao Rosa Luxemburgo; CEPEDIS Year: 2019 Language(s):…

Human Rights Defenders Toolbox

Filter results Back to resources Human Rights Defenders Toolbox Organisation: Peace Brigades International (PBI) and Simmons Country/Region: International Type: Documents and Manuals We created the Human Rights Defenders Toolbox for our pro bono client Peace Brigades International. It comprises factsheets on specific legal topics in both English and Spanish which are disseminated to human rights…

Radio Program Guide on UNDRIP

Filter results Back to resources Radio Program Guide on UNDRIP Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact (AIPP) believes that media has an important role to play in the promotion and protection of indigenous peoples’ rights as well as their inclusive participation in decision making and social equity. With this belief, AIPP established the Indigenous Voices in Asia…

How to Develop a Community Paralegal Program

Filter results Back to resources How to Develop a Community Paralegal Program Organisation: Namati Country/Region: International Type: Digital Tool; Guides and Manuals Community paralegals are grassroots advocates who use their knowledge of the law to seek concrete solutions to instances of injustice. Based on the needs of a given case, they may employ such tools…

Holistic Security: Trainer’s Manual

Filter results Back to resources Holistic Security: Trainer’s Manual Organisation: Tactical Technology Collective Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals This manual was created as a companion to Tactical Technology Collective’s Holistic Security – A Strategy Manual for Human Rights Defenders. It was also created to reflect new knowledge and best practices identified through Tactical Tech’s facilitation of…

Holistic Security: A strategy manual for Human Rights Defenders

Filter results Back to resources Holistic Security: A strategy manual for Human Rights Defenders Organisation: Tactical Technology Collective Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals This guide is the first to explicitly adopt a ‘holistic’ approach to security and protection strategies for human rights defenders. In short, this means that rather than looking separately at the importance of our…

GRINS: An Automation System Designed for Community Radios

Filter results Back to resources GRINS: An Automation System Designed for Community Radios Organisation: Gramvaani Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals GRINS is a unique Radio Automation System designed for Community Radio stations. Key features include: Telephony: Full telephony integration without need of a telephony hybrid or changes to mixer settings. Receive calls, record calls,…

Facilitator Guide: Kenyan Community Land Act

Filter results Back to resources Facilitator Guide: Kenyan Community Land Act Organisation: Namati Country/Region: Kenya Type: Guides and Manuals In 2016 Kenya signed into law the Community Land Act (CLA), a progressive piece of legislation that gave life to Article 63 of the Constitution of Kenya. The CLA presents an unprecedented opportunity for communities to legally claim rights…

eyeWitness User Manual

Filter results Back to resources eyeWitness User Manual Organisation: eyeWitness to Atrocities Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals A series of easy to follow instructions for using the various features of the eyeWitness app. Organisation: eyeWitness to Atrocities Year: N/A Language(s): English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian Country/Region: International Area: Collective and Physical security, Women, and Risk Assessments; Community…

eyeWitness App

Filter results Back to resources eyeWitness App Organisation: eyeWitness to Atrocities Country/Region: International Type: Digital Tool We believe in a simple vision: A world where those who commit the worst international crimes are held responsible for their actions. We use an innovative approach, combining law and technology, to make this a reality. How eyeWitness ensures…

Environmental Impact Assessment in the Mekong Region

Filter results Back to resources Environmental Impact Assessment in the Mekong Region Organisation: EarthRights International Country/Region: Mekong Delta Type: Guides and Manuals EarthRights International (ERI), alongside its partners in the Mekong Legal Network (MLN), is working directly to build the capacity of communities, campaigners and lawyers to engage in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) processes in the Mekong region. Consequently, ERI…

Resources for Defenders

Filter results Back to resources Resources for Defenders Organisation: EarthRights International Country/Region: International Type: Audio/Visual, Guides & Manuals, Organizational Capacity & Training EarthRights uses community education tools to support people around the world who face earth rights abuses. These tools take concepts and lessons that are crucial for defending human and environmental rights and present them in a…

Digital Security Helpline

Filter results Back to resources Digital Security Helpline Organisation: AccessNow Country/Region: International Type: Digital Tool Access Now’s Digital Security Helpline works with individuals and organizations around the world to keep them safe online. If you’re at risk, we can help you improve your digital security practices to keep out of harm’s way. If you’re already under attack,…

Digital Defenders Partnership

Filter results Back to resources Digital Defenders Partnership Organisation: Digital Defenders Country/Region: International Type: Digital Tool This manual has been developed in order to further learning, discussion, debate and the establishment of best practices in supporting the digital and holistic security of human rights organisations, networks and collectives. Reflecting our commitment to collaboration with the broader ecosystem of…

Realizing Indigenous Women’s Rights: A handbook on the CEDAW

Filter results Back to resources Realizing Indigenous Women’s Rights: A handbook on the CEDAW Indigenous women the world over experience particular forms of discrimination because of their multiple identities, discrimination against them as indigenous peoples and discrimination of a different form against their gender. The book is divided into four chapters. Chapter 1 provides a…

Resettlement Guide for People Affected by Dam Development

Filter results Back to resources Resettlement Guide for People Affected by Dam Development When the government gives someone permission to use your land or natural resources, which may require you to leave your land they must discuss options to avoid and minimize the negative impacts. They must give you information prior to decisions being made…

RIGHTS! Training Manual on UNDRIP (Vol. 2)

Filter results Back to resources RIGHTS! Training Manual on UNDRIP (Vol. 2) This Training Manual is the second volume in the series of educational and training materials on the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) produced by AIPP. Rights! Volume II is an update of Rights! Volume I. It hopes to facilitate…

Security in a box: digital security tools and tactics

Filter results Back to resources Security in a box: digital security tools and tactics The Tactics Guides in this toolkit cover basic principles such as how to create strong passphrases and avoid malware. The Tool Guides offer step-by-step instructions to help you install, configure and use essential digital-security software and services. Security in a Box is jointly developed by Front…

Security is Community: Lessons from the Panic Button Experience

Filter results Back to resources Security is Community: Lessons from the Panic Button Experience “The Panic Button is a fundamental strategy for alerting but also for devising a security plan and articulating this with our contacts so that the plan is strategic and coordinated…The workshop has forced us to sit down and work out what…

Security Risk Management: a basic guide for smaller NGOs

Filter results Back to resources Security Risk Management: a basic guide for smaller NGOs The security of personnel is one of the biggest challenges facing humanitarian and development non-governmental organisations (NGOs), large and small, as they are faced with growing insecurity, threats and violence. This guide aims to be a simple, easy-to-use security resource to…

Webinar Series: Defending the Amazon in times of COVID-19 (Spanish, Portuguese only)

Filter results Back to resources Resource Title Information coming soon! Organisation: All Eyes on the Amazon Year: 2020 Language(s): Spanish, Portuguese Country/Region: South America Area: Boundary Conflicts, Land-claim Disputes; Collective and Physical security, Women, and Risk Assessments; Community Vigilance, Media, & Monitoring; Research, Campaigning, & Advocacy Type: Video; Webinar Rating: 6.5 Link to resource

Sistema de Observação e Monitoramento da Amazônia Indígena – SOMAI (Portuguese Only)

Filter results Back to resources Sistema de Observação e Monitoramento da Amazônia Indígena The objective of the System of Observation and Monitoring of the Indigenous Amazon – SOMAI – is to provide information that supports the territorial and environmental management of Indigenous Lands of the Brazilian Amazon and actions of adaptation to climate change. Using…

Database of Good Practices

Filter results Back to resources Database of Good Practices Organisation: International Land Coalition Country/Region: International Type: Online Tool WHY A DATABASE OF GOOD PRACTICES? One of the motivations for joining the International Land Coalition is for members to have a dedicated space to share experiences with, and learn from other members. That is why the…

Dams, Rivers, and Rights: An Action Guide for Communities Affected by Dams

Filter results Back to resources Dams, Rivers, and Rights: An Action Guide for Communities Affected by Dams Organisation: International Rivers Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals Around the world, people are rising up against big dams. They are fighting to protect their rivers and their livelihoods from new dams. They are demanding compensation for problems caused by old…

Consultation Protocols (Video): Instrument for the Defense of Territories and Rights

Filter results Back to resources Consultation Protocols (Video): Instrument for the Defense of Territories and Rights Organisation: International Rivers and Others Country/Region: Regional Type: Webinar, Video, Audio The video “Consultation Protocols: Instrument for the Defense of Territories and Rights” was produced by International Rivers and directed by Todd Southgate. It portrays an initiative that emerged within…

Consultation Protocols (Manual): Instrument for the Defense of Territories and Rights

Filter results Back to resources Consultation Protocols (Manual): Instrument for the Defense of Territories and Rights Organisation: International Rivers and Others Country/Regions: International Type: Guides and Manuals The Consultation Protocols: Instrument for the Defense of Territories and Rights video aims to contribute to the exchange of experiences and knowledge between indigenous peoples and other traditional…

Community-based Security Measures and Territory: Methodological Notes from an Integral Defense Perspective

Filter results Back to resources Community-based Security Measures and Territory: Methodological Notes from an Integral Defense Perspective Organisation: ProDESC Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals The material in the following pages is the result of several years of ProDESC’s work (ProDESC is the acronym in Spanish for the Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Project). Throughout our trajectory…

Community Radio: Strengthening democracy and governance through development of the media in Mozambique

Filter results Back to resources Community Radio: Strengthening democracy and governance through development of the media in Mozambique Organisation: UNESCO, UNDP Country/Region: Mozambique, International Type: Guides and Manuals A community radio is a unique local force for development. It has the fantastic capacity of a mass medium, facilitating that a few people can communicate effectively with many.…

Community Based Monitoring and Information systems: for community trainers and organizers

Filter results Back to resources Community Based Monitoring and Information systems: for community trainers and organizers Organisation: Tebtebba Foundation Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals Organisation: Tebtebba Foundation Year: 2015 Language(s): English Country/Region: International Area: Boundary Conflicts, Land-claim Disputes; Community Vigilance, Media, & Monitoring; Land mapping, Titling, & EIAs; Research, Campaigning, & Advocacy Type: Guides and Manuals…

Surveillance & counter-surveillance for HRDs and their organisations

Filter results Back to resources Surveillance & counter-surveillance: for HRDs and their organisations Being a person who assumes the responsibility of defending rights of others is no easy task. Unfortunately, in many cases human rights are at odds with the private interests of powerful actors who will not hesitate to turn violent. Human rights defenders…

Survey Template for Community-Led Research

Filter results Back to resources Survey Template for Community-Led Research This Survey Template was designed to explore the direct experiences and expertise community members have about the process and impacts of development projects, and to identify ideas and priorities for their visions of development. You can adapt and translate this template to fit different contexts,…

Territories of Life: A video toolkit for indigenous peoples about land and rights

Filter results Back to resources Territories of Life: A video toolkit for indigenous peoples about land and rights Organisation: LifeMosaic Country/Region: International Type: Video The Territories of life toolkit is a series of videos that share stories of resistance, resilience and hope with communities on the front line of the global rush for land. The aim…

Territories of Life: Booklet for Facilitators

Filter results Back to resources Territories of Life: Booklet for Facilitators The Territories of Life toolkit is a series of 10 short videos that share stories of resistance, resilience and hope with communities on the frontline of the global rush for land. The Territories of Life toolkit is being shared freely with thousands of communities…

Toolkit on Indigenous Women’s Rights in Africa

Filter results Back to resources Toolkit on Indigenous Women’s Rights in Africa This toolkit was created to help indigenous women in Africa to better understand the African human rights system and how to use it effectively to secure their rights. The toolkit is comprised of 11 Information Notes: 1- The African Commission on Human and…

Toolkit on the Inter-American human rights system for indigenous women

Filter results Back to resources Toolkit on the Inter-American human rights system for indigenous women In order for the Inter-American human rights system to adequately recognise, protect and fulfil the human rights of indigenous women, it is necessary for indigenous women to engage with the system, to make their voices heard and to tell their…

Training manual for Indigenous Peoples on Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC)

Filter results Back to resources Training manual for Indigenous Peoples on Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) This Training Manual for Indigenous Peoples on Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) is meant to equip indigenous peoples’ organizations, leaders, trainers and community members with the information and knowledge necessary to ensure that the right to FPIC…

Digital Security Training Module

Filter results Back to resources Digital Security CIPE Training Module #3: Digital Security Organisation: CIPE Year: N/A Language(s): English Country/Region: International Area: Digital Security; Research, Campaigning, & Advocacy Type: Digital Tool; Guides & Manuals Rating: 7.5 Link to resource

Training Package: survivor and community-led crisis response

Filter results Back to resources Training Package: survivor and community-led crisis response L2GP has developed these training and co-design resources based on pilots of survivor and community-led crisis response in a number of contexts. You can find further details of these pilots in the Research section. As the approach evolves through further implementation of sclr,…

Transforming Power: a gender guide for organizations campaigning on dams and for rivers

Filter results Back to resources Transforming Power: a gender guide for organizations campaigning on dams and for rivers Transforming Power, a gender guide for organizations campaigning on dams and for rivers was created as a tool to help Civil Society Organizations (CSO’s), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s) and grassroots community organizations strengthen their gender practice and encourage…

Guide to Types of Grievance Mechanisms

Filter results Back to resources Types of Grievance Mechanisms Grievance mechanisms exist at the project, company, sector, national, regional and international levels. They may directly address a company’s behaviour and responsibilities, a government’s obligation to protect citizens or an institution’s duty to comply with its policies and procedures. Grievance mechanisms also vary in objective, approach,…

Umbrella – free digital and physical security advice

Filter results Back to resources Umbrella Protect yourself. Protect your team. Security First’s flagship Umbrella app gives you free digital and physical security advice when you need it most in a downloadable App. Organisation: Security First Year: N/A Language(s): English Country/Region: International Area: Collective and Physical security, Women, and Risk Assessments; Community Vigilance, Media, & Monitoring;…

UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples on Rights to Development

Filter results Back to resources UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) on Rights to Development A guide to the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) on Rights to Development. More coming soon! Organisation: Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact (AIPP) Year: 2015 Language(s): English Country/Region: International Area: International Legal Mechs; Research,…

Community Radio: A user’s guide to the technology

Filter results Back to resources Community Radio: A user’s guide to the technology Organisation: UNESCO Country/Region: International Types: Document and Manual Congratulations! If you’re reading this, you have taken the first steps on along and satisfying journey that should (we hope) culminate in the setting upand successful operation of a community radio station: A radio station…

Community Media: a good practice handbook

Filter results Back to resources Community Media: a good practice handbook Organisation: UNESCO Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals This is a collection of case studies of good practice in community media. Its intention is to provide inspiration and support for those engaged in community media advocacy and to raise awareness and understanding of community…

Community Land Protection: Facilitators Guide

Filter results Back to resources Community Land Protection: Facilitators Guide Organisation: Namati Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals, Digital tool Namati’s Community Land Protection Facilitators Guide is a step-by-step, practical “how to” manual for grassroots advocates working to help communities protect their customary claims and rights to land and natural resources. After years of working with…

Community Action Guide on Community Led Research

Filter results Back to resources Community Action Guide on Community Led Research Organisation: International Accountability Project Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals “What is your community’s vision for the future? Is there anything your community wishes to have that is not there now?” When we asked these questions to workshop participants in rural Myanmar, one person…

Communities in the Driving Seat: A Manual on Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC)

Filter results Back to resources Communities in the Driving Seat: A Manual on Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) Organisation: Social Entrepreneurs for Sustainable Development Country/Region: International Type: Guides and Manuals Free, Prior and Informed Consent – known as ‘FPIC’ – is an international legal standard protected by both Liberia’s national law and the legally binding human…

UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and Free Prior and Informed Consent

Filter results Back to resources UNDRIP & FPIC A guide on the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC). Coming soon! Organisation: Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact (AIPP) Year: 2012 Language(s): English Country/Region: International Area: International Legal Mechs; Research, Campaigning, & Advocacy Type: Guides & Manuals Rating:…

Video as Evidence: Field Guide

Filter results Back to resources Video as Evidence: Field Guide The Video as Evidence Field Guide helps filmers use videos to expose abuse and bring about justice. This resource helps ensure that more cameras in more hands can lead to more exposure and greater justice. Organisation: Witness Year: N/A Language(s): English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Arabic,…

We’re Experts Too! Checking to support Community-Led Reseearch

Filter results Back to resources We’re Experts Too! Checking to support Community-Led Reseearch In this Checklist, you will find a summary of the main strategies and recommendations that are described in the Community Action Guide on Community-led Research. A Survey Template for Community-Led Research is available with this Checklist for you to use and adapt…

Collective Protection of Human Rights Defenders: A collective approach to the right to defend human rights