Intellectual Property
We utilize a hybrid license model that combines traditional IP law with Nuer Customary Law, ensuring that communal knowledge is protected from unauthorized commercial exploitation.
Customary Law Integration
Our IP framework recognizes that songs, rites, and genealogies are not merely content—they are living expressions of Naath identity. These are protected under both international copyright law and Nuer customary principles.
Community Benefit
Any commercial use of NNHI content must demonstrate clear benefit to the Naath community. Revenue sharing agreements ensure that heritage generates value for those who created it.
Legal Charter
The complete Intellectual Property Charter is available for download. This document outlines all rights, restrictions, and usage guidelines.
Key Principles
- •Communal knowledge cannot be owned by individuals or corporations
- •All usage requires attribution to source communities
- •Commercial licensing requires Council of Elders approval
- •Sacred content is restricted to elder-verified access only