The Organization
Land is Life is an international network of Indigenous communities and organizations with a nearly three-decade history of significant achievements in the worldwide struggle for Indigenous Peoples’ rights. We support Indigenous Peoples in their efforts to practice self-determination and protect their collective rights to lands, territories, and resources. We build capacity for communities to access funding and strengthen their own livelihoods. We work in coordination to advance Indigenous peoples’ rights before national and international policy-making bodies.
In a context where colonialism and verticality still prevail, Land is Life stands out as an ally and outstanding one-of-a-kind organization. Indigenous Peoples and their representative organizations play a central role in our governance structure. This structure ensures that our work is transparent, focused on priorities identified by Indigenous Peoples themselves, and has the flexibility necessary to respond to unexpected challenges and opportunities.
The Transition
After nearly eight years at the helm of the organization, Casey Box will be stepping down from the role of Executive Director, leaving behind an inspiring and enduring legacy. This decision was made over the course of many months through conversations between Casey, our Board of Directors, staff, and partners.
Casey has provided exceptional strategic leadership to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples’ rights, working to address issues as diverse as: the security of community activists; free, prior and informed consent, and; protecting peoples living in voluntary isolation and initial contact. Last year alone, under Casey’s leadership, we directly supported over 200 Indigenous communities and organizations. Casey will play a key role in ensuring that the search for our new Executive Director is successful and is committed to supporting Land is Life in new ways moving forward.
The Opportunity
During the past ten years Land is Life has experienced significant growth, establishing new programs, building strong relationships with new funders, and supporting a growing base of grassroots partners. As we prepare to enter our fourth decade, we are excited to announce that we are looking for a new Executive Director to lead Land is Life in its next phase of development.
Land is Life is searching for a unique, creative individual with wide-ranging expertise on Indigenous Peoples’ issues/rights, and an established record of working in collaboration with Indigenous communities. A strategic, innovative thinker who is committed to Land is Life’s mission, who can work on complex issues with a dynamic global team and will work in collaboration with our Board of Directors, team and partners to ensure that our impact and effectiveness continue to grow.