International Mountain Explorers Connection (formerly Himalayan Explorers
Connection)
The International Mountain Explorers Connection promotes responsible and sustainable
connections between travellers and the people of developing mountain regions of the world.
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International Porter Protection Group
This organisation was set up in response to the way Nepalese
porters were being treated. It is staffed by volunteers and carries out awareness and
fundraising activities to run practical projects on the ground.
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Tourism Concern
Tourism Concern is a UK-based membership organization campaigning for ethical and fairly
traded tourism. It campaigns to encourage UK trekking
operators to commit to guidelines which protect porters and provide fair pay.
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HimalAndes Initiative
The HimalAndes Initiative aims to promote co-operation between the
Andean and Himalayan people and organisations. It brings together
programmes and projects
that emphasize the potential for scientific, technological, cultural and commercial
co-operation. This initiative focuses on the exchange of experiences and resources between
both regions in order to promote conservation and sustainable development, especially in
rural areas.
IMAPI
A Peruvian non-profit association dedicated to the
conservation of natural and cultural resources in the Machu Picchu
Sanctuary and Cusco region.
The Mountain Forum
The Mountain Forum was established in 1995 by non-government
organisations, universities, governments, multilateral agencies and the
private sector. The Mountain Forum promotes global action towards equitable and
ecologically sustainable mountain development.
The Mountain Institute
The Mountain Institute focuses its work in the world's most remote mountain
areas
including the highest, longest and oldest mountain ranges on the planet.
The Mountain Institute links mountain areas through global initiatives and
provides active field programmes in
mountain ranges on three continents: the Andes, the Himalayas and
the Appalachians.
Peru Support Group
A UK-based non-profit membership organisation funded by development charities
in the UK to provide information about Peru – its politics, social situation, human
rights and women’s issues. The Peru Support Group was established in
1983 as an independent organisation without any party or political affiliation. It aims to
support the people of Peru, particularly those from the poorest sectors.
Porters' Progress
This Nepalese charity is improving working conditions for Nepalese porters
through advocacy, education and empowerment. Its staff work to facilitate ideas generated by porters.
South American Explorers Club
This organisation was established in the 1970s. It provides
members with information on anything from hotels and hostels and river-rafting trips
to alternative trekking routes.
Statutory and governmental
departments
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