Our Story
Pioneering independent research in Highland Asia since 2013
Who We Are
Established in 2013 and registered in Nagaland, India, the Highland Institute is a pioneering independent research centre dedicated to addressing complex socio-political, cultural, historical, environmental, and developmental challenges in Highland Asia and beyond.
Our mission is to drive meaningful change through rigorous research and collaborative innovation, bridging local knowledge systems with global academic discourse.
What We Do
We partner with academic and governmental institutions globally to design and execute comprehensive field studies, disseminating findings through symposia and peer-reviewed journals.
Our School of Advanced Studies trains aspiring researchers in field and archival methods, preparing them for meaningful contributions to ongoing projects and academic discussions.
From citizen science to public exhibitions, we collaborate with local communities, schools, and indigenous knowledge holders to create inclusive research environments.
Our Partnerships
International Collaborators
UiT Arctic University of Norway
University of Campinas, Brazil
University of Cambridge, UK
University of Edinburgh, UK
University of Leeds, UK
University of Oxford, UK
University of Sussex, UK
Danish Institute for International Studies
Regional & Local Partners
Ambedkar University Delhi
RV University Bangalore
Universities of Assam & Nagaland
Centre for Karbi Studies
Kohima Science College
Government Colleges (Dimapur & Phek)
Engagement Beyond Academia
We actively collaborate with government departments and non-academic organizations to expand our impact:
- Government of Nagaland (Art & Culture, Health & Family Welfare)
- Nagaland State Biodiversity Board
- State Climate Change Cell
- Doctors For You
- International Development Research Centre of Canada
- Oxford Policy Management
