Background

1. About organization

Non-Timber Forest Products, NTFP, is a local Non-Government Organisation based in Ratanakiri Province, NE Cambodia.  Since we were established in 1996 we have played a critical role in helping indigenous peoples secure their rights to their land and natural resources. We also recognise the vital importance of preserving the cultural heritage of indigenous peoples, often inextricably linked with their lands and forests.

NTFP was registered with the Ministry of Interior of the Royal Government of Kingdom of Cambodia in March 2007. NTFP is operating at 3 provinces, Ratanakiri, Preah Vihear and Stung Treng. Our main based office is in Ratanakiri province. NTFP has total 31 ( 9 females) staff in which 75% of them are indigenous staff. NTFP signed MoU with Ministry of Environment in Oct 2016. NTFP received the Certificate of Compliance on Governance Professional & Practices (GPP), first time in 2009, and 2nd time in Dec 2017.

2. Our vision

Cambodians in Cambodia, particularly the indigenous people with both women and men, improved livelihoods in the friendly environment.

3. Our Mission

Providing the capacity development and supporting for the marginalized and vulnerable target people, especially the indigenous communities, including men, women, children, LGBT and disabled people in Cambodia to exercise human rights and indigenous people’s rights in improving their livelihoods.

4. Our Core Value

  • Respect and promote culture and tradition of Indigenous Peoples
  • Women is the catalyst for social change
  • Active and energetic team work
  • Transparency and Accountability
  • Promote child rights
  • No discrimination on disability, Lesbian and LGBT (gays).