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Exploring Women’s Land Rights Through Ethiopian Christianity
A new guide highlights the powerful role churches can play in promoting women’s land rights in Ethiopia. Rooted in Christian
Connecting up with the Awajún people of Peru
Indigenous Desert Alliance — At the Indigenous Carbon Exchange in Peru, Landesa shared guidance on registering Indigenous-led carbon projects, emphasizing
Staff Spotlight: Sophal Sam
Meet Sophal Sam, Landesa’s Cambodia National Coordinator. Sophal started working for Landesa in 2021.
Law & Policy
Law & Policy Goal: To support national and regional law and policy initiatives to strengthen land rights for millions.Where solutions
Staff Spotlight: Esther Mwaura-Muiru
Meet Esther Mwaura-Muiru, Landesa’s Global Advocacy Director, Stand for Her Land based in Nairobi, Kenya. Esther started working for Landesa
LLA Issues Customary Land Deeds to Several Communities in River Cess – A boost for Land Rights Law
Liberian Observer — Landesa, in collaboration with SDI, supported the Liberia Land Authority in issuing customary land deeds to six
In Memoriam: Roy Prosterman
Roy Prosterman, Landesa’s founder and guiding light, passed away on Feb. 27, 2025, at 89 years of age. Roy was
Obituary: Roy L. Prosterman, 1935-2025
Roy L. Prosterman, a global development expert and activist whose pioneering vision and tireless advocacy for democratic, inclusive land rights
The New Law and Policy Practice Group: Global Expertise for Emerging Land Challenges
Our newly established LPPG brings together Landesa’s global land and policy experts to offer the best application of international practices
Staff Spotlight: Robert Wayumba
Meet Robert Wayumba, Landesa’s Senior Land Tenure Specialist based in Nairobi, Kenya. Robert began working for Landesa in 2022.








