Advocacy and Capacity Development
Raising awareness among the global public and key stakeholders is fundamental for responsible engagement with Indigenous Peoples. FAO regards advocacy as a key strategy to promote the rights and advance on the demands of Indigenous Peoples.
To continue strengthening FAO’s engagement with Indigenous Peoples worldwide, the Indigenous Peoples Unit takes part in relevant international events and discussions focused on tackling the challenges of food security at national, regional, and global levels. FAO supports the attendance of Indigenous Peoples' representatives to discuss the importance of their knowledge, sustainable livelihoods, and food system practices, among other aspects.
FAO Indigenous Peoples Unit organises events, seminars and forums (such as the UNGIYF) that draw attention to Indigenous Peoples' issues, and in which Indigenous Peoples can effectively participate and engage. Furthermore, FAO’s publications and communication materials seek to highlight the game-changing nature of Indigenous Peoples’ food and knowledge systems.
The II Session of the UN Global Indigenous Youth Forum (UNGIYF)
How do Indigenous Peoples contribute to climate action?
The guardians of the forests are the guardians of the future
Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC)
Highlights
In Brief: Indigenous Peoples' food systems
04/04/2023
This publication provides an overview of the common and unique sustainability elements of Indigenous Peoples' food systems, in terms of natural resource...
FAO narrative on Indigenous Peoples
05/06/2024
This short publication aims to clarify and address common pitfalls and misconceptions that occur when working with Indigenous Peoples. The publication...