“We will be known forever by the tracks we leave”

dakota tribe

We work to honor and protect the rich cultures of the Chittagong Hill Tracts—celebrating traditions, defending rights, and supporting community-led paths to a stronger future. We envision a time when indigenous peoples live with their heritage alive and thriving, their voices heard, and their communities empowered to carry their stories forward with pride, dignity, and harmony.

STEWARDSHIP

culture is

not a relic of the past

but the heartbeat

of our present

and the vision

of our

future.

Our Core Values

Honoring Culture & Voice

We cherish the living traditions of the Chittagong Hill Tracts and work to protect them, making sure every community has the space to speak in its own voice.

Led by the People

We believe the wisdom and direction must come from the communities themselves. Our role is to listen, support, and stand beside them.

Together for Justice

We stand for the rights of indigenous peoples — their land, their heritage, and their dignity — so they can thrive without fear or compromise.

Roots

Walk with us as we keep the stories, songs, and spirit of the hills alive.

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Our Goals

Keep Traditions Alive
Record languages, stories, songs, and customs before they fade, and share them through a digital archive for all generations to access.

Pass the Torch
Equip youth with skills in storytelling, documentation, and leadership so they can carry forward the legacy of their elders.

Make Voices Heard
Advocate for land rights, cultural autonomy, and fair representation in every space where decisions are made.

Earn with Pride
Help artisans, craftswomen, and culture bearers earn a living through their traditional skills, eco-tourism, and cultural tourism.

Protect the Land, Protect the Future
Promote environmental care rooted in indigenous wisdom, ensuring both nature and culture flourish side by side.

Strengthen Community Bonds
Foster spaces for dialogue, festivals, and intergenerational gatherings that celebrate shared heritage, build trust, and keep cultural values alive in everyday life.

Tell your story.

Roots and Rights Collective

We are a collective committed to keeping indigenous traditions alive

while advocating for dignity, rights, and shared stories.

Sualok, Bandarban, Bangladesh

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