National Commitments (Kenya)
Yiaku Laikipiak Trust actively contributes to Kenya’s constitutional, policy, and development goals that promote the rights of indigenous communities and environmental sustainability.
Constitution of Kenya, 2010
We align with Articles 11, 42, 56, 60 and 69 which recognize and promote:
– Protection of indigenous knowledge and culture
– Environmental conservation and sustainable development
– Participation of marginalized groups in national life
– Equitable access and management of natural resources
Kenya Vision 2030
Our work directly supports:
– Social pillar goals through cultural preservation and education
– Environmental pillar through forest stewardship and climate resilience
– Governance pillar through community participation and rights-based approaches
National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP)
As custodians of Mukogodo Forest, the Yiaku people contribute to carbon sequestration, sustainable land use, and nature-based solutions — all emphasized in Kenya’s climate agenda.
Regional Commitments (Africa)
– African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR)
The Trust’s work upholds the rights of indigenous peoples to self-determination, land, language, and development as recognized under the ACHPR and the Banjul Declaration.
African Union Agenda 2063
We are contributing to:
– Aspiration 5 – Africa with a strong cultural identity, common heritage, and shared values
– Aspiration 1 – A prosperous Africa based on inclusive growth and sustainable development
– Aspiration 6 – An Africa whose development is people-driven, especially focusing on youth and women
Global Commitments
– United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)
Our work supports:
– Article 13: Right to use, preserve and develop languages and cultures
– Article 26: Right to lands, territories and resources
– Article 31: Right to maintain, control and protect indigenous knowledge
International Year and Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022–2032)
Yiaku Laikipiak Trust proudly contributes to UNESCO’s global efforts to revitalize and promote indigenous languages. Our mobile app, community classes, and documentation projects ensure that Yiaku language lives on.
Partnerships & Collaboration
We work closely with:
– National government agencies
– Civil society and legal support organizations
– Academic and research institutions
– Environmental and indigenous rights organizations
– International partners and donors
Together, we build bridges that connect local solutions to global challenges.
Our Call to Action
By advancing national, regional, and international commitments, the Yiaku Laikipiak Trust affirms the value of indigenous wisdom in today’s world. We invite all partners — government, NGOs, donors, researchers, and advocates — to walk with us in:
– Defending indigenous land and language rights
– Promoting community-led forest conservation
– Ensuring inclusive, culturally relevant development
– Recognizing indigenous peoples as agents of sustainability and peace
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (SDGs)
We contribute to several key Sustainable Development Goals: