About us
The Inclusivity Project (TIP) advances the rights and dignity of communities affected by caste and analogous systems of descent-based exclusion - more than 270 million people across Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America.
Our story
TIP brings visibility, voice and action to descent-based discrimination at national, regional and international levels. We work with grassroots leaders to build inclusive coalitions that drive lasting change.
This form of discrimination is prevalent in many parts of the world - affecting the Osu, Haratin and Mbororo in Africa; Roma in Europe; Dalits and Burakumin in Asia; Quilombola and Pelanque in Latin America. Together, more than 270 million people are denied the equal enjoyment of human rights because of who they were born as.
We strengthen these communities through capacity building, partnerships and evidence-based research that informs policy and advocacy at every level - from village councils to the UN Human Rights Council.
Vision
We envision a world where every individual - irrespective of gender or descent - lives free from all forms of discrimination. A democratic, inclusive community where resources are shared justly and people coexist in peace with one another and with nature.
Mission
We lead the charge in integrating Communities Discriminated on Work and Descent into mainstream society at local, regional and global levels. Grounded in self-respect, equality, justice and equity - we empower marginalised communities and advance societal progress.
Objectives
We strive for gender parity, equitable access to development, fair justice delivery, robust environmental protection, and effective disaster mitigation. Our scope spans the planning, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of sustainable development policies - national, regional and international.
Our board
Our board brings together academics, lawyers, grassroots organisers and global advocacy leaders. Their combined experience shapes the strategic direction of TIP and the GFoD coalition we anchor.
Our annual reports detail key milestones, programmes and the strategies that advance human rights for CDWD across continents.
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