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Did you know, There are over 476 million indigenous people living in 90 countries across the world, accounting for 6.2 per cent of the global population. Of those, there are more than 5,000 distinct groups. Indigenous people speak an overwhelming majority of the world’s estimated 7,000 languages. They are nearly three times as likely to be living in extreme poverty compared to their non-indigenous counterparts. Want to know more about indigenous people and the wonderful contributions they make? Check out the link below that will take you to the UN pages dedicated to understanding the lives and challenges of indigenous peoplehttps://lnkd.in/eBxS9yA5

On this International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, we take a moment to reflect on the value brought about by diverse cultures and traditions. We specifically acknowledge the deep cultural heritage, histories, and essential contributions of indigenous communities globally. In 2024, the focus is on ‘Protecting the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Voluntary Isolation and Initial Contact’. According to the UN, around 200 groups of Indigenous Peoples currently live in voluntary isolation and initial contact - residing in remote forests rich in natural resources in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Peru and Venezuela. (…) They choose to live detached from the rest of the world (…) and have a strict dependency on their ecological environment”. Indigenous communities offer valuable stewardship of diverse ecosystems and vital knowledge for sustainable living. Their protection is essential to maintain both our planet and our rich diversity of peoples. Find out more about the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. #IndigenousPeoplesDay

On this International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, TAP-EDM highlights its ongoing work in #Ecuador, focusing on enhancing dialogue between the Ecuadorian government and Indigenous communities to ensure their voices are respected and heard. This year's theme, “Protecting the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Voluntary Isolation and Initial Contact”, emphasizes the need to respect the rights and autonomy of all Indigenous Peoples. TAP-EDM's efforts focus on facilitating communication and understanding while aligning with the theme’s commitment to protecting Indigenous rights. Funded by Affaires Mondiales Canada/Global Affairs Canada, TAP-EDM involves Canadian experts Sashia Leung and Lea Nicholas-MacKenzie, who are actively working to build trust and promote open dialogue with Indigenous communities. Learn more about how TAP-EDM / PAT-MDE is advancing dialogue and understanding between Indigenous communities and the Ecuadorian government: https://lnkd.in/gMVyjf-m #TACanada #August9 #IndigenousDay #IndigenousPeoplesDay

✋Interested in #indigenouspeoples and #humanrights? @IWGIA published the 38th edition of the Indigenous World, 🙌 Download it at http://bit.ly/2nTAsKO - Curious about developments in Canada? 👉: https://bit.ly/3KrgfCQ This year's report highlights the pressing issues and notable advancements in Indigenous rights across Canada: UNDRIP Implementation: Canada's 2023-2028 National Action Plan aligns federal laws with UNDRIP principles, focusing on justice, reconciliation, and anti-discrimination. Yet, responses from Indigenous Nations urge greater commitment to transformative change. Land Rights and Self-Determination: Critical policy shifts include ending the policy of extinguishing Indigenous land rights and co-developing policies to expand reserve lands—supporting economic and cultural resilience. Systemic Issues: Reports of structural discrimination, including missing Indigenous women, over-incarceration, and challenges in the child welfare system, highlight ongoing areas of concern. Climate Impact: Indigenous-led climate initiatives are prioritized, reinforcing Indigenous Peoples' stewardship and resilience as central to Canada’s climate strategy. These developments underscore the importance of partnership and respect for Indigenous sovereignty in Canada’s policy landscape.

World Indigenous Peoples Day: CHRICED Stands in Solidarity with Abuja Original Inhabitants. Every year, August 9th is recognized as the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, a significant occasion established by the United Nations to honor the rights, accomplishments, and contributions of indigenous communities across the globe. The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) stands in solidarity with the international community in celebrating the profound cultural diversity, resilience, and contributions of indigenous peoples, who have endured historical injustices, displacement, and marginalization. https://lnkd.in/dKUS6JPe

#CulturalSurvival's Keepers of the Earth Fund (#KOEF) is proud to announce our 2024 partnerships with Indigenous communities and organizations worldwide. The projects presented here are related to the transmission of Indigenous cultures, which are severely threatened by globalization. These projects include programs to strengthen Indigenous languages and schools that promote Indigenous knowledge, art, traditions, political organization, and ways of life, to defend and revitalize Indigenous knowledge systems. #IndigenousRights #IndigenousSelfDetermination https://lnkd.in/eistv83P

My latest opinion article, "Strengthening Indigenous Rights: Key to Peace and Prosperity in Nepal's Federal Era," is now published in myRepublica. This piece explores the pivotal role of indigenous rights in shaping a prosperous and peaceful future for Nepal during its federal transition. I invite you to read and share your thoughts. Let's discuss how we can collectively enhance the rights and recognition of indigenous communities. #IndigenousRights #Nepal #FederalEra #PeaceAndProsperity

Today marks the International Day of Indigenous Women which commemorates Bartolina Sisa – the Aymara leader who was executed for her role in the 1780 Aymara-Quechua rebellion against Spanish colonial rule. Her death was intended to quieten the Indigenous movement, but her legacy continues to inspire those fighting for justice.    We work with many inspiring Indigenous women and girls who have been learning from their elders the importance of safeguarding their lands and waters as relatives for a better future for all. Helena Gualinga – an Indigenous rights defender from the Kichwa Sarayaku community in Ecuador – is one of these. Here is her story. “In the Ecuadorian Amazon, the most efficient mechanism of protection is Indigenous custodianship. There is huge pressure from extractive fronts, from both legal and illegal mining, oil, and hydroelectric power dams. As people are completely dependent on our water systems and the health of our water, we must address these threats.    It's extremely important that those on the land are not only speaking up, but that their voices are amplified. If they’re voicing these concerns, and no one's listening to them, they are more vulnerable to threats and attacks that unfortunately, do still take place in Ecuador.     We're really concerned about safety – people are literally putting their body on the lines to defend their territories.     Land defenders are being criminalised. They are called terrorists simply for opposing a mining project – they’re called anti-development, anti-country. This problem is putting the land and the forest in danger, but first of all, it's putting our people in danger.     In this moment, we could still stop a lot of projects and work on solutions. But we have a lot on our plate. Supporting young people and Indigenous leaders directly on the ground is more important than ever.” With support from our Freshwater Programme, Helena hopes to support Indigenous land rights and protect the many free-flowing rivers that intersect with Ecuador’s territories. #IndigenousWomen #InternationalDayOfIndigenousWomen #Ecuador [Image description: First slide shows Helena looking upwards in a forest, second shows a frame of Helena overlaid on Ecuador's cloud forest, third is a close up of Helena, her face partially obscured by pointed leaves, fourth shows a river in a forest, fifth shows Helena leaning on an old tree.]

The Indigenous Peoples Global Coordinating Committee, in partnership with SIRGE Coalition, is hosting the JUST TRANSITION: Indigenous Peoples’ Perspectives, Knowledge, and Lived Experiences, an international summit taking place from October 8 to 10, 2024, in Geneva, Switzerland. 🌏 Over 100 representatives of Indigenous Peoples from the seven socio-cultural regions of the world will gather to collectively define a Just Transition and the green economy from Indigenous perspectives. The summit calls for a rights-based approach rooted in principles such as self-determination, FPIC, cultural rights, land and territorial rights, and the participation of Indigenous Peoples in decision-making processes. ✊ 🔗 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/etVy4Q8M #JustTransition #IndigenousPeoples #IndigenousRights

The United Nations estimates that there are approximately 370 million indigenous individuals spread across more than 70 countries globally. These communities face significant marginalization in economic, social, and cultural aspects. Despite the numerous challenges, indigenous populations worldwide have achieved noteworthy milestones in reclaiming their rights over the past decade, as recognized by the UN's International Decade of the World’s Indigenous People (1995-2004). During this period, significant changes occurred in Africa, including the emergence of an organized civil society that represented diverse indigenous groups across the continent. These civil-society organizations advocated with the African Commission on Human and People’s Rights, prompting the recognition of the concept of indigenous peoples in Africa. Under the influence of organizations representing indigenous communities, some countries have made substantial progress. For instance, Burundi recently amended its constitution to ensure representation in the national assembly for the indigenous Twa people. In Rwanda, efforts are underway to address war crimes against the Twa during the 1994 genocide, where a significant portion of the Twa population was tragically killed. In other parts of Africa, Cameroon officially recognizes "pygmies" and nomadic pastoralists as indigenous people. The government has committed to implementing policies that compensate and resettle indigenous groups affected by the Chad-Cameroon oil pipeline project, which is supported by private investors and the World Bank. Additionally, Morocco has lifted a ban on teaching the Amazigh (Berber) language in schools and established a national commission to formulate policies regarding indigenous language and culture. At United Village Global (UVG), one of our primary missions is to empower indigenous peoples in various ways. By doing so, we contribute to providing alternative paths for sustainable development and prosperity. Let us draw inspiration from the rich art, culture, knowledge, and activism of indigenous communities and have the courage to follow their lead. #unitedvillageglobal #uvg #indigenouspeople #culture #africa