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Regions Overview

Indigenous Peoples sustain many of the healthiest ecosystems on Earth

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Nia Tero is committed to working alongside Indigenous Peoples in biodiverse regions central to the well-being of all humanity, from Amazonia to the Pasifik to North America and beyond.

The Work We Do

We are committed to working alongside Indigenous Peoples in geographies central to the well-being of all humanity.

Our initial regions include the Pacific Islands, Amazonia, and the North American Boreal Forest of Canada, where we work with Indigenous Peoples who share a collective territory and have strong governance systems in place to protect their lands and waters. By hearing and working with Indigenous leaders, we ensure their vision guides the development of sound local, national, and global policies.

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Amazonia

Indigenous person holds Annatto seed. Amazonia, Brazil. Photo by Kamikia Kisedje

A person holds an Annatto seed in Amazonia, Brazil. Photo by Kamikia Kisedje

Learn about our work with Indigenous Peoples and partners located in the Amazon.

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Photo by Felipe Contreras

Learn about our work with Indigenous Peoples and partners located across North America.

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Learn about our work with Indigenous Peoples and partners located across the Pacific Islands.

Indigenous persons in a traditional boat

Photo courtesy of the Wayfinders Circle.

Learn about the Wayfinders Circle – a global network dedicated to unleashing the transformative potential of Indigenous lifeways, inspiring all people to reimagine development, conservation, and the way they relate to each other and to Earth.