Rights and Resources Initiative
Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
The Rights and Resources Initiative is a non-profit organization based in Washington, DC, that coordinates a global coalition of more than 200 rightsholder groups and allies to advance land and resource rights for Indigenous Peoples, Afro-descendant Peoples, and local communities, including women and youth. Its work centers on securing legal recognition and governance of community-held land and resources as a means to address climate challenges and support sustainable development, grounded in a human rights framework. The organization serves civil society groups and communities directly affected by land rights issues, aiming to translate community-informed needs into policy influence and practice. With a focus on the broader non-profit sector and international development space, it positions itself as a facilitator and advocate within the realm of rights-based natural resource stewardship. The initiative operates from its Washington, DC location and leverages collaboration across a network of member organizations to advance shared objectives.