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Who we are

The Chin Strategic Resources Institute (CSRI) is envisioned as a community-rooted research organization producing independent analysis on the issues that shape life in the Chin Hills and across the global Chin diaspora. Our work is grounded in evidence, local knowledge, and a commitment to the dignity and self-determination of the Chin people.

Founded on the conviction that good decisions begin with good information, the institute brings together researchers, practitioners, and community members to examine questions of governance, economy, culture, and security — and to share findings openly with the public.

How we work

• Independent. We are not affiliated with any political party and publish findings regardless of which conclusions they support.
• Evidence-led. Our analysis draws on field data, surveys, and documented sources rather than speculation.
• Community-rooted. We center the lived experience of people across all nine townships of the Chin Hills and the diaspora.
• Open. We publish in accessible language, in both Chin and English where possible.

Our story

Placeholder history. The Chin Hills — a rugged highland homeland of distinct peoples, languages, and traditions — have long needed institutions that can gather knowledge and speak to the future with clarity. This section will describe the origins of the institute, its founding partners, and the milestones along the way.

Land and people

From the forested ridgelines around Mount Victoria (Khaw Nu Soum) to the shores of Rih Lake, the Chin homeland is defined by its mountains and its resilient communities. The institute takes its character from this landscape: patient, grounded, and oriented toward the long view.