TenureSecurity.org is an independent space for knowledge, dialogue, and informed action on land and resource tenure security. The platform brings together research, practical experience, and diverse perspectives for land rights and governance professionals and others seeking to understand how secure rights shape lives and livelihoods.
Mission Statement
TenureSecurity.org exists to share knowledge, perspectives, and evidence on land and resource tenure security from around the world. By curating diverse voices and insights, the platform promotes understanding, dialogue, and informed action to strengthen equitable and inclusive land and resource governance.
Vision Statement
We envision a world where secure land and resource rights are recognized as the foundation for human dignity, sustainable development, and peace. A world in which women, youth, Indigenous Peoples, and all marginalized communities are empowered through access to information, inclusive dialogue, and fair governance of land and natural resources.
Explore knowledge on TenureSecurity.org
Start with What is Land Tenure? for an introduction to the concepts behind secure land and resource rights. Use the country profiles to explore national contexts, or browse research and publications for evidence on specific issues. The land projects collection connects these questions with implementation experience, while tools and resources offer practical guidance.
Read each resource in its original context. Check publication dates, authors, and sources, especially when using archived material to understand laws, institutions, or development programs. Historical research can inform today’s questions, but readers should also consult current evidence and local expertise before applying its findings.
Contribute to the conversation
Land governance involves people with different rights, responsibilities, and experiences. TenureSecurity.org’s mission places these perspectives alongside research and practice to support more informed discussion. Readers can explore articles and commentary, find events, or visit Submit to Tenure Security to learn how to share relevant work. For questions about the platform, use the contact page.
