Protecting Indigenous Land. Preserving Culture. Empowering Communities.
The Vanuatu Indigenous Land Defense Desk (VILDD) works to safeguard customary land rights, strengthen indigenous knowledge systems, and support communities across Vanuatu in protecting their heritage for future generations.
Welcome to VILDD
Land in Vanuatu is more than property — it is identity, history, culture, and life. For generations, customary land has sustained our communities socially, spiritually, and economically.
The Vanuatu Indigenous Land Defense Desk (VILDD) exists to ensure that indigenous landowners are informed, empowered, and supported in protecting their customary lands and cultural heritage.
We work alongside chiefs, communities, youth, women, and partners to promote awareness, strengthen governance, and defend indigenous land rights.
🏝 Land Rights Advocacy
📚 Cultural Preservation
🤝 Community Engagement
🌱 Sustainable Development Dialogue
Supporting customary landowners with awareness, guidance, and advocacy to protect traditional land ownership and usage rights.
Promoting kastom knowledge, indigenous languages, and traditional governance systems.
Conducting workshops, awareness programs, and community consultations across islands.
Encouraging development that respects customary land systems, culture, and environmental stewardship.
Our Vision & Mission
Our Vision
A Vanuatu where indigenous land rights are respected, protected, and strengthened for present and future generations.
Our Mission
To defend customary land rights, promote cultural identity, and empower communities through education, advocacy, and partnership.