At the core of this international support is the collaboration with the ICCA Consortium (Territories and Areas Conserved by Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities), a global alliance founded in 2010 in Switzerland. Today, this network unites Indigenous peoples, pastoral communities, and organizations from over 80 countries worldwide, with the goal of protecting and promoting "Territories of Life"—natural areas preserved through centuries of sustainable living, tradition, and the stewardship of local populations.

The process of connecting and collaborating internationally began during the most challenging moments of the struggle against the militarization of the mountain. Recognizing the invaluable importance of the largest Balkan pasture and the dedication of the local community, the ICCA Consortium extended a hand of solidarity. Through years of joint efforts, Sinjajevina was included in the official UN ICCA Registry (UNEP-WCMC), globally confirming the role of local livestock farmers and katun communities as the true, centuries-old custodians of the mountain's biodiversity.

This journey of dedication culminated in 2026, when the collaboration reached its highest official and institutional milestone. In February 2026, the livestock farmers and the local community of Sinjajevina, in cooperation with the ICCA Consortium, adopted the landmark Declaration on Sinjajevina as a "Territory of Life." With the adoption of this declaration, the initiative secured formal, full membership in the ICCA Consortium, committing to the permanent protection of the mountain from militarization and industrial exploitation.

The strength of this alliance was further demonstrated in July of the same year, when fifteen delegates and representatives of the global ICCA Consortium from 12 countries (Spain, Italy, France, Russia, Belarus, Egypt, USA, Switzerland, Croatia, Serbia, Germany, and Slovenia) gathered in person on Sinjajevina for the first time in such numbers during the 7th traditional camp, "Katun: Guardian of the Past, Guarantee of the Future," on the Margita plateau.

Through full membership in the ICCA network, Sinjajevina is ensured continuous international protection and visibility within United Nations and European Union forums. The Consortium consistently advocates for Sinjajevina to become a protected area directly managed by local pastoralists and the community. At the same time, regular visits and knowledge sharing with expert and activist delegations from around the world provide vital support in preserving this natural and cultural heritage. The year 2026 thus stands as a definitive turning point in which the fight for Sinjajevina grew into a globally recognized model of environmental resistance and a sustainable future.