BUILDING THE FUTURE
UAN-OPS provides infrastructure, procurement and project management services for sustainable indigenous communities. Firmly grounded in UAN values, we ensure our partners maximize the positive impact of their cultural preservation, community wellness and sustainable development projects. Equality, inclusiveness, sustainability and cultural resilience form the foundations of our work.
MISSION. VISION. PURPOSE.
Our Mission
Our mission is to help indigenous peoples build better lives and communities achieve cultural preservation and sustainable development.
Our Vision
Our vision is a world where indigenous peoples can live full lives supported by sustainable, resilient and culturally-appropriate infrastructure and by the efficient, transparent use of community resources in procurement and project management.
Our Purpose
We provide practical solutions to assist our partners to preserve cultures, protect people and their traditional rights, and to build a sustainable future.
WHAT DRIVES US
What drives us is a passion to fight cultural extinction and to provide opportunities to those most marginalized indigenous communities. This means we often work in the most challenging environments, building foundations for indigenous nations and communities to achieve cultural sovereignty and sustainable development.
We earn the trust of those we work with by caring about what they value, and by delivering on our promise to always act in the service of indigenous peoples in need.
OUR VALUES
Leadership
A passion to fight inequalities and provide opportunities to vulnerable indigenous communities. We are passionate about quality in our people and in what we do.
Cultural Partnerships
Recognizing that strong partnerships are crucial to efficiently preserving cultural heritage and promoting sustainable development.
Excellence in Traditional Knowledge
We add value when our practices are of high quality and well adapted to local conditions and cultural contexts.
Accountability & Transparency
Better use of community resources can enhance transparency, empower indigenous institutions, and promote sustainable cultural development.
WHERE WE WORK & HOW WE OPERATE
Global Reach
With extensive experience working with marginalized indigenous communities, UAN-OPS rapidly responds to our partners' needs in some of the world's most culturally threatened environments.
Governance
- Council of Elders: Providing support and supervision, the Council ensures we remain responsive to the evolving needs of UAN Indigenous Nations.
- Strategic Plan: Our plan focuses on implementation for impact to support ancestral knowledge preservation.
- Cultural Heritage and Evolution: We aim to expand traditional cultural capacity while preserving integrity through sustainable plans.
OUR SERVICES
Infrastructure Development
- Sustainable community infrastructure
- Traditional building techniques
- Cultural & ceremonial spaces
- Resource management systems
Procurement Services
- Culturally-appropriate practices
- Supporting indigenous suppliers
- Sustainable resource sourcing
- Community-based training
Project Management
- Community development projects
- Cultural preservation initiatives
- Sustainable development programs
- Capacity building for management
Specialized Services
- Heritage site preservation
- Traditional knowledge documentation
- Community resilience programs
- Indigenous governance strengthening
WORKING PRINCIPLES
Respect for Indigenous Values
All our work is grounded in respect for indigenous worldviews, traditional knowledge systems, and community decision-making processes.
Cultural Sensitivity
We ensure that all projects honor cultural protocols, sacred sites, and traditional practices while meeting contemporary development needs.
Community Ownership
Indigenous communities maintain ownership and control over their development projects, with UAN-OPS providing technical support and expertise.
Sustainable Development
Our approach integrates ancestral wisdom with modern sustainability practices to ensure long-term community resilience.
Transparency and Accountability
We maintain the highest standards of transparency in all our operations, ensuring accountability to the indigenous communities we serve.
PARTNERSHIPS
UAN-OPS works closely with:
- Indigenous Nations and Traditional Communities
- Cultural preservation organizations
- Environmental stewardship groups
- Traditional knowledge institutions
- International indigenous rights organizations
Collaborative Approach
We believe in the power of partnership to create lasting positive change. Our collaborative approach ensures that indigenous voices are central to all development processes.
BUILDING INDIGENOUS FUTURES
Through our comprehensive services, UAN-OPS supports indigenous communities in building sustainable, culturally-grounded futures that honor ancestral wisdom while meeting contemporary challenges. Our commitment is to ensure that every project contributes to the preservation of indigenous cultures, the strengthening of traditional knowledge systems, and the empowerment of indigenous peoples worldwide.