Through publications, human rights work, networking, conferences, campaigns and projects, IWGIA supports indigenous peoples in their struggle to improve general life conditions, to better relationships with the nation states of which they are part, and to influence the global economic and political forces that affect their lives. IWGIA has established a network of indigenous and non-indigenous organisations and people. These partnerships are based on thorough knowledge and equal respect. Regular networking trips are undertaken both by indigenous persons and IWGIA's project co-ordinators.