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09 Aug 2023
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples observed on 9 August commemorates the establishment by ECOSOC in 1982 of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations. This year´s theme places Indigenous Youth as agents of change at the centre of discussions on Climate Action,  Green Transition, Mobilization for Justice, and Intergenerational connections.   We join the world in honoring Indigenous Youth as Agents of Change and the work they are leading at the ground level, as well as at the national, regional and international levels. Today, the FAO Indigenous Peoples Unit pays tribute to the working relationship with the Global Indigenous...
21 Jul 2023
As we mark five months since the passing of a cherished soul, the FAO Indigenous Peoples Unit (PSUI) would like to honour and remember Hinewirangi Kohu-Morgan. She was a Maori artist, poet, and activist from Aotearoa (New Zealand) who impacted our hearts and the causes she championed. Hinewirangi's creativity and solid commitment to justice were the hallmarks of her life. Her art captured the essence of Maori culture, while she fought for the rights and well-being of Indigenous Peoples through her activism.  It is with great gratitude that we recall her collaboration with FAO PSUI in drafting the FAO work programme on...
20 May 2023
Indigenous Peoples have long held a deep connection with nature and have a profound understanding of their surrounding ecosystems. In their rich tapestry of traditional knowledge, Indigenous Peoples have recognized the crucial role played by bees, especially wild and stingless species. These creatures, often overlooked in mainstream discussions, are integral to the delicate balance of ecosystems and hold immense cultural and ecological significance for Indigenous Peoples. This article explores the unique relationship between Indigenous Peoples and wild, stingless bees, highlighting their importance. Ecological Importance of Wild and Stingless...
20 Apr 2023
The White/Wiphala Paper on Indigenous Peoples' food systems was key for the recognition of the game-changer nature of Indigenous Peoples´ food and knowledge systems on sustainability and resilience by the Scientific Committee of the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit (UNFSS). The flagship publication was coordinated by the Global-Hub on Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems and catalyzed the creation of the Coalition on Indigenous Peoples food systems. Now it is available in Russian. The White/Wiphala Paper is the product of a collaborative effort involving more than 60 contributions of Indigenous Peoples' representatives and experts, scientists,...
17 Apr 2023
The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) is the largest global gathering of Indigenous Peoples, taking place from 17-28 April 2023 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The Forum was established in 2000 with the mandate to deal with indigenous issues related to economic and social development, culture, the environment, education, health and human rights. The theme of the 22nd session is “Indigenous Peoples, human health, planetary and territorial health and climate change: a rights-based approach”. We invite you to follow the official programme here: https://media.un.org/en/webtv A FAO delegation from...