UNDRIP Basics
In what year was UNDRIP adopted by the United Nations?
2007
Rich in natural resources.
What are Indigenous languages important?
They sustain culture and identity.
Which international law principle aligns with self-determination?
Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC).
What kind of projects should the government fund to support Indigenous rights?
Grassroots or Indigenous-led initiatives.
How many articles are included in UNDRIP?
46 articles.
What principle requires Indigenous consent for land use?
Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC)
What happens when cultural rights are violated.
Loss of identity and intergenerational knowledge.
Name one challenge Indigenous people face in achieving self-determination.
Governments often ignore their consent for development projects.
What is one method to educate others about Indigenous issues?
Awareness campaigns or educational programs.
Name one of the 4 overarching themes of UNDRIP
Cultural preservation, land rights, self-determination, or participation in decision making.
What percentage of deforestation occured on Indigenous lands between 2016 and 2021?
55%
What global organizations work to preserve Indigenous cultural rights>
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization)
What article of UNDRIP emphasises the rights to self-determination.
Article 3.
What role do NGOs like Amnesty International play in supporting Indigenous rights?
They provide legal support advocate for policy changes, and spread awareness.