Purpose: To inform the 2026 thematic report of the Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous Peoples, on demarcation, registration and titling of Indigenous Peoples’ lands, territories and resources, to be presented at the UN General Assembly.
The Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous Peoples is seeking information in preparation of his upcoming thematic report to the 63rd Session of the Human Rights Council. Deadline: 20 February 2026 Background The principles of “Recognition, Reparation, and Reconciliation” are foundational for the interpretation and application of the UN Declaration on the Rights of… Read More »
GENEVA – UN experts* today expressed grave concern about statements made by the President of the United States of America regarding Greenland, including suggestions that the territory should be placed under U.S. control and that force could be used to achieve such an outcome. “Assertions suggesting that a territory can be taken, controlled or ‘owned’ by… Read More »
GENEVA – Norway’s decision to halt the issuance of any deep-sea mining licences until at least the end of 2029 and to withhold all public funds for such activities – a move endorsed by the Parliament – marks a major advance for ocean protection, environmental integrity, cultural identity and human rights, UN experts* said today. “The… Read More »
The Special Rapporteur on the Indigenous Peoples Rights welcomes an additional key milestone in the protection of the rights of Indigenous Peoples: United Nations General Assembly proclaims 5 September of each year as The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Women and Girls. On 26 November 2025, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/80/10,… Read More »
GENEVA – UN experts today condemned a deadly attack against Guarani and Kaiowá Indigenous Peoples in the State of Mato Grosso do Sul, while the 30th Conference of Parties (COP30) of the UN Climate Change Convention is underway in Belém, Brazil. The violent attack was reportedly carried out by armed individuals linked to private security forces… Read More »
Statement by UN Human Rights Experts* Belem, 18 November 2025 We salute and fully support the over 70 thousand people who marched peacefully in Belem last Saturday, to ask for climate justice and for the protection of human rights from climate harm of present and future generations, through meaningful outcomes of the 30th UN Climate… Read More »
GENEVA – UN experts* today expressed grave concern about Indonesia’s persistent lack of recognition of Indigenous Peoples, and the systemic human rights violations they face. “We call on Indonesia to formally recognise Indigenous Peoples and be open to engaging them as vital partners in shaping an inclusive, sustainable and rights-based national development,” the experts said. “Giving recognition… Read More »
The Special Rapporteur on the Indigenous Peoples rights, Albert Barume, presents his first annual report to the General Assembly, in compliance with Human Rights Council resolution 51/16. In the first part of the report sets out his activities since being appointed and taking up his functions in January 2025. In the second part of the… Read More »
Dr Albert Barume, UN Special Rapporteur on the Indigenous Peoples Rights Presenting & Discussing Key Points from the End-of-mission Statement in Botswana. Languages: English and Setswana REGISTER NOW!https://surl.li/xuzifo DATE: 7TH OCTOBER 2025TIME: 16.00 – 17.30 Central African Time
GABORONE – Botswana must urgently address the continuing marginalisation of Indigenous Peoples, including the lack of constitutional recognition, forced relocation from ancestral lands and barriers to accessing justice, education and basic services, a UN expert said today, while acknowledging a marked and positive shift in government policy on the rights of the country’s indigenous communities.… Read More »
GENEVA (29 August 2025) – The UN Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous Peoples, Albert K Barume, will conduct an official visit to Botswana from 1 to 12 September 2025. The expert will examine a diverse range of issues affecting Indigenous Peoples, including the right to lands, territories and resources, administration of justice, equality… Read More »
The first report of the Special Rapporteur, Albert K. Barume, presented to the Human Rights Council, offers a thematic analysis of the recognition of Indigenous Peoples at the global level, seeking to facilitate their understanding and adoption by States. Nearly 20 years after the UN Declaration, the lack of understanding of the expression “Indigenous Peoples”… Read More »
Keynote Adress by the UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Dr. Albert K. Barume Global Indigenous Languages Summit, Ottawa, 14th August, 2025 Distinguished delegates, Indigenous leaders, youth, colleagues, and friends, It is an honor to address this important and inspiring Global Summitt on a matter that goes to the very heart… Read More »
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE WORLD’S INDIGENOUS PEOPLES 8 August 2025 GENEVA Indigenous Peoples and AI: Defending rights, shaping futures Statement by the Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous Peoples, Albert K. Barume Today, on the eve of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, we celebrate the enduring strength, wisdom, and cultural richness… Read More »
