CommunicationPublished on 18 July 2025

Fight for land rights: villagers in Laos gain new self-confidence

In Laos, many people do not have official documents certifying their land use rights. The lack of recognition of these rights makes them vulnerable to land grabbing, disputes and the exploitation of natural resources. In the small community of Ban Nam Deua, villagers are discovering their rights and learning to stand up for their future thanks to a Swiss project.