A historic moment at UNEA-7
For the first time in UNEP and UNEA history, Indigenous Peoples formally presented an Indigenous Peoples’ Declaration at the United Nations Environment Assembly, during UNEA-7, and at the High-Level Special Indigenous Peoples Event.
This Declaration, adopted by Indigenous Peoples from all seven socio-cultural regions present at UNEA7, presented directly to the UNEP Executive Director to give to the UNEA Presidency in Nairobi, Kenya.
It affirms what Indigenous Peoples have always known and practiced:
Indigenous Peoples are rights-holders, not stakeholders
Indigenous Knowledge systems, sciences, and practices are essential solutions to the triple planetary crisis
Environmental governance must uphold UNDRIP, Free, Prior and Informed Consent, and shared governance
Protecting the planet and protecting Indigenous Peoples’ rights are inseparable
This is more than a statement. It is a call for accountability, direct participation, Indigenous-led solutions, and a just, non-toxic, and regenerative future.
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Indigenous Peoples formally present an Indigenous Peoples’ Declaration at UNEA-7
A historic moment at UNEA-7
For the first time in UNEP and UNEA history, Indigenous Peoples formally presented an Indigenous Peoples’ Declaration at the United Nations Environment Assembly, during UNEA-7, and at the High-Level Special Indigenous Peoples Event.
This Declaration, adopted by Indigenous Peoples from all seven socio-cultural regions present at UNEA7, presented directly to the UNEP Executive Director to give to the UNEA Presidency in Nairobi, Kenya.
It affirms what Indigenous Peoples have always known and practiced:
Indigenous Peoples are rights-holders, not stakeholders
Indigenous Knowledge systems, sciences, and practices are essential solutions to the triple planetary crisis
Environmental governance must uphold UNDRIP, Free, Prior and Informed Consent, and shared governance
Protecting the planet and protecting Indigenous Peoples’ rights are inseparable
This is more than a statement. It is a call for accountability, direct participation, Indigenous-led solutions, and a just, non-toxic, and regenerative future.