Society for Promotion of Himalayan Indigenous Activities (SOPHIA) is an Indian Non Government Organisation (NGO) working with nomadic Van Gujjars in the Himalayan region. SOPHIA is active in the states of Uttarakhand (formerly Uttaranchal), Uttar Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh. The NGO is registered under FCRA, with the Ministry of Home.

SOPHIA is actively working to safeguard rights and ensure sustainability of Van Gujjar livelihood. SOPHIA evolved as positive market intervention NGO to support Van Gujjars in pursuing their traditional livelihood. This project has evolved into a self-sustaining operation giving the Van Gujjars a stable income.

SOPHIA is committed to facilitating a process of effective organizing and capacity building amongst communities indigenous to the Himalayan region.