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Research.
Policy.
Community. Natural resources.

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WHO WE ARE

Research. Knowledge. Action.

TEER Foundation works at the intersection of tribal communities, natural resources, governance and public policy. Through research, policy advocacy, training and community-oriented knowledge, we work towards resilient tribal communities, sustainable natural resources and inclusive governance.

Evidence from the field

We undertake field-based research with state and non-state organisations to generate knowledge, influence policy and strengthen public discourse.

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Knowledge into action

We engage with policy and public discourse to support inclusive approaches to tribal governance, natural resources and community rights.

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Protecting community interests

We promote rights-based and democratic approaches that safeguard the interests, livelihoods and natural resources of tribal and forest communities.

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Building knowledge & skills

We build knowledge and skills among policymakers, implementers, community organizations and professionals through training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

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RESEARCH AND KNOWLEDGE

PESA & Gram Sabha Research

Research examining the functioning of Gram Sabhas and the implementation of PESA across tribal regions, with a focus on democratic decision-making and natural resource governance.

Forest Rights & Community Resource Rights

Research and analysis around the implementation of forest rights and community resource rights, with a focus on strengthening community participation.

Strengthening Tribal Governance

Exploring policy and institutional approaches that can support inclusive, democratic and effective tribal governance.

OUR IMPACT

2010

Research
Projects

FIELD RESEARCH

2015

PESA
Studies

GOVERNANCE

2019

FRA
Reviews

FOREST RIGHTS

2023

Training
Programmes

CAPACITY BUILDING

2026

Knowledge
Sharing

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge creates change. Help strengthen the work.

Support research, knowledge-sharing, capacity building and community-oriented initiatives that contribute to resilient tribal communities, sustainable natural resources and inclusive governance.