Welcome to MIKIA Kenya
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
OUR GOALS
- Documentation of Indigenous Knowledge
- Establishment of Indigenous-led cultural learning centers
- Facilitation of intergenerational knowledge transfer
- Promotion of human-wildlife coexistence
- Strengthening resilience through research-driven livelihoods
OUR MISSION
To operationalize Indigenous Knowledge across lands and generations, preserving and honoring cultural heritage.
OUR VISION
A secure future for Indigenous heritage
OUR AUDIENCE
Indigenous Peoples within their spaces of existence, prioritizing IK documentation, preservation and knowledge transfer with ownership and consent from Indigenous Peoples and project stakeholders.
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
Intergenerational Learning, Promotion of human-wildlife coexistence, & Advancement of research-driven livelihoods.
