OUR WORK

A Holistic Approach to Indigenous Rights and Self-Determination

PAFID’s work is holistic and integrated, addressing both the legal barriers to Indigenous Peoples’ rights and the need for self-governance and sustainable economic resilience.

Land Rights & Tenure

Ancestral Domain Defense

Legal and technical assistance to secure and defend land claims, supporting the process of obtaining Certificates of Ancestral Domain Titles (CADTs).

Policy & Advocacy

Working to uphold the Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act (IPRA) and integrate customary laws into resource management policies.

Sustainable Livelihood and Development

Agro-Forestry Development

Technical assistance for planning and implementing productive, diverse, and environmentally friendly farm systems, ensuring long-term food and economic security.

Community Welfare

Partnering with communities to install and maintain essential infrastructure, such as reliable potable water systems, managed by local residents.

Capacity Building: Investing in Self-Sufficiency

PAFID is a dedicated Capacity Building Institution, transferring crucial technical skills across the Philippines and to partner NGOs throughout Asia.