The unique "three step plan for fundamental development of the indigenous villages and people" designed by Natalia Sarapura has enjoyed international acclaim. In step 1, which lasted from 2000 until 2008, the activist campaigned for the rights of the indigenous people to collective land ownership. The shared ownership of land has been an important part of the Kolla identity for thousands of years. Until the communities were awarded the right to land in 1995, the state governed over indigenous territory, and sold large parts of it to owners of large estates and international mining companies. The new owners defended themselves with armed security forces against the peaceful struggle for land rights. Natalia Sarapura and her colleagues defended themselves with peaceful demonstrations, lobbying and petitions and were successful. Today, the land of 50 communities is officially recognized and 180 communes are in the process of gaining a collective land title.

The second step of the development plan lasts until 2013. A three year vocational training for indigenous community development, aims to provide qualifications and strengthen self-confidence. To date, 200 men and women have received a diploma as development aid workers. Due to this qualification, there are even indigenous skilled workers in remote villages. Now step 3 can begin, which involves improving the food situation and living conditions in indigenous communities. Respect towards nature plays a central role here as the protection of the earth and respect for Pachamama – mother earth – are issues very close to Natalia Sarapura's heart.