The Strengthening Land and Forest Rights Program (SLFR), funded by UK International Development from the UK government, equips Indigenous, Afro-descendant, and local partners with the tools, training, and pathways they need to secure tenure, defend territories, and protect globally significant ecosystems.
This global program works with 13 grassroots organizations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Partners define their priorities—Cadasta provides adaptable technology, capacity building, and technical assistance to help achieve them.
Offline-ready GIS and mobile platforms for land and forest mapping.
Field support, data migration, and small grants to strengthen local initiatives.
Hands-on training tailored to local contexts, with a focus on women and youth.
Gender equity is core to the program:
These investments ensure communities can manage their own data, advocate for recognition, and scale their work long after the program ends.
The program connects community action with government reform to shape more transparent and inclusive land systems:
Pradan and Arch-Vahini collaborate with state officials to advance the implementation of the Forest Rights Act.
COLANDEF’s tools gained approval from national surveyors for community mapping.
SPFA’s work led to the creation of a new provincial land office.
