Welcome to MIKIA-Kenya
“The home of Indigenous Knowledge Documentation & Preservation for Posterity”
MIKIA-My Indigenous Knowledge In Action
My Indigenous Knowledge In Action (MIKIA) is an Indigenous-led organization in Kenya that is working with and for Indigenous Peoples. The term “MIKIA” comes from the Indigenous Maa language, meaning “don’t take me away,” highlighting the importance of protecting Indigenous Knowledge for future generations and reminding knowledge holders to pass it down. Indigenous Knowledge forms the basis of;
- Land stewardship
- Biodiversity conservation
- Cultural preservation
- Sustainable livelihoods
We believe that Indigenous Knowledge is a living resource with the power to help build resilient futures. MIKIA partners with Indigenous communities, like-minded Indigenous organizations, and policy actors across different regions. Indigenous Knowledge covers many areas similar to those in modern science, and it deserves respect and recognition… [ Learn More ]
Our Areas of Operation
To operationalize Traditional Indigenous Knowledge within and across landscapes to promote co-existence with nature, conserve biodiversity, preserve culture, and regenerate knowledge systems.
