Legal Services

Indigenous Rights Fund is committed to providing high-quality legal support to Indigenous communities facing critical challenges that impact their rights and land. We are actively working to secure funding to offer strategic litigation and legal intervention in cases of principle at no cost to those affected. As our funding base grows, we aim to expand the scope and impact of our work. Additionally, we are engaged in international advocacy, striving to influence global policies and strengthen legal frameworks that protect Indigenous Peoples Rights.

We also offer professional legal services at standard rates. These services are available to individuals, organizations, and businesses wishing to access our legal expertise, including:

• Assessing whether Indigenous Rights and Human Rights are being respected
• Preparing detailed reports on Human Rights and Indigenous Rights 
• Providing Legal Expertise on Human Rights in Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESAs), particularly for projects affecting Indigenous communities
• Providing expert advice and speaking engagements on topics such as Indigenous Rights, Human Rights, Environmental protection, and Climate Justice
   

If you are seeking no-cost legal intervention, we encourage you to contact us with a detailed description of your case. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis and are available exclusively for Indigenous peoples and communities. We prioritize strategic litigation in matters of principle, particularly cases involving land rights, encroachment, and territorial disputes, with the potential to set important legal precedents or create lasting systemic change.

All no-cost cases undergo a thorough evaluation based on the stage of the case, broader legal and societal significance, and the potential scope of our involvement. Legal actions for no-cost cases will only be initiated once the necessary funding has been secured.

Through this work, we aim to contribute not only to the protection of Indigenous Rights and cultures, but also to the preservation of Nature, Biodiversity, and the global effort to combat Climate Change — outcomes that are often directly tied to the safeguarding of Indigenous lands.