Indigenous Biocultural Exchange Fund

The Indigenous Biocultural Exchange Fund (IBEX), a project administered by IIE and supported by The Christensen Fund, provides financial assistance of up to $5,000 to an individual or organization to attend global biocultural events/exchanges or meetings of international significance which impacts the applicant’s home territory or region. This fund supports indigenous peoples and local communities to have a voice in the policies and forums that concern biocultural diversity at a global level.

Eligibility requirements:

• The applicant must be indigenous or a member of a local traditional community
• Additional preference will be given to: women, youth, and first time travelers
• Funding is not available for those applying to an academic program

For questions, please contact Vanessa Sayajon at IBEX@iie.org.