The Citizen Observatory is a non - governmental organization for the defense, promotion and documentation of human rights and rights of indigenous peoples. It was created in September 2004 in the city of Temuco, as Observatory of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, by a group of citizens from different parts of the country, various professions and ethnic backgrounds.

The work so far has been plural, multidisciplinary and marked by interethnic relationship that allows us to assume constant challenges. Beginning July 2008 extends its mandate to address the new realities facing the country, changing its name to Observatorio Ciudadano, a learning and growing from their experiences organization, always guided by the guidelines contained in international human rights instruments and rights of indigenous peoples in force.