Sovereignty,
by design.
Every dataset is governed by the people it represents. FPIC-verified consent, community-led councils, and transparent benefit-sharing keep authority where it belongs.
Sovereignty is
non-negotiable.
Indigenous data governance isn't optional. It's built into every layer of our work, from fieldwork to publication.
CARE principles
Collective benefit, authority to control, responsibility, and ethics guide every dataset.
Free, prior, informed consent
No data collection without explicit community approval. Consent is ongoing, not one-time.
Sensitive knowledge protocols
Sacred, secret, or restricted knowledge is identified and excluded from publication.
Benefit sharing
Revenue from commercial licensing flows back to source communities. Attribution always required.
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Ruiru, Kiambu County, Kenya