Introduction

Professionals working in intercultural relations, conflict resolution and social adaptation need necessary updating of skills and training when dealing with processes of decentralization and social problems facing indigenous populations in urban, agricultural, mining and fishing immigration areas.

Intercultural University for Indigenous Communities and Nations "Amawtay Wasi" (UIAW)

It is a superior education proposal originated inside indigenous movements, sponsored by Confederación de Nacionalidades Indígenas del Ecuador "CONAIE", Instituto Científico de Culturas Indígenas "ICCI", and Amawta Runakunapak Yachay "ARY".

It is the result of a long work, debate and systematization period carried on by an interdisciplinary team including directives, professors, peasants, researchers and other indigenous and non-indigenous professionals. This process begun in the mid 90's, achieving the conclusion of its first phase by the creation of the University in 2004.

http://www.amawtaywasi.edu.ec

Intercultural conflicts: A regional initiative

This is a regional project aimed at the consolidation of democratic governance by strengthening intercultural relations and protecting the rights of indigenous people. One of the purposes of the project is to prevent and solve conflicts that affect indigenous populations in the region. The initial focus of the project is in Bolivia, Ecuador and Peru.

http://conflictosinterculturales.cebem.org

The Indigenous Peoples and Sustainable Development Project

This project is being executed thanks to the agreement between the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos and the University of Saskatchewan from Canada.

http://www.proyectopueblosindigenas.org