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Har I brug for indspark om oprindelige folks rettigheder til jeres events på Folkemødet på Bornholm? IWGIA’s direktør, Kathrin Wessendorf; bestyrelsesmedlem, Nauja Bianco; rådgiver, Erla Huld Hadaoui og kommunikations- og politikmedarbejder, Helle Løvstø Severinsen er til stede under hele folkemødet. Kontakt: Helle Løvstø Severinsen: hls@iwiga.org, mobil: 5373 2843.

We want to share with you some reflections from Junia Anilik and Amanda Mojilip representing IWGIA’s partner PACOS Trust , when it was time for the screening of Where the Trees Grow at Modhuban Cineplex, Bogura, at the 5th Bogura Film Festival 2025: “It was a truly heartwarming experience. Seeing our community’s story unfold on the big screen was deeply moving, especially for fellow filmmakers who had travelled from Nepal, India, Italy, and across Bangladesh. The film resonated with many, creating an emotional connection that emphasises the power of storytelling in bringing communities together. One of the most touching responses came from the director of the film ‘Ghungur’, Chayan Kumar De from Kolkata, India who described the film as "a visually soothing and beautifully crafted documentary." He reflected on how Malaysia has long recognised the value of nature and the importance of its preservation, highlighting that "the film portrays nature as something to be nurtured, like a child, reminding us that protecting the environment is essential in addressing global challenges like climate change." He also noted how different Indigenous communities in Malaysia express their culture through agriculture and craftsmanship, and was particularly intrigued to learn about the scale of palm oil harvesting in Malaysia. He shared his personal concerns about the impact of highly refined palm oil in India and emphasised the importance of sustainable farming practices. His words reinforced the idea that environmental issues transcend borders, and storytelling plays a crucial role in fostering awareness and action”. Watch Where the Trees Grow here: https://bit.ly/4jJfRAg

🔙 #TBT Indigenous Women's Fight for the Future 🌍 #IndigenousWomen around the world continue to face systemic discrimination and violence. Despite these challenges, they are rising up, organizing, and demanding change. 🎬 This powerful film, directed by Rajneesh Bhandari, supported by Comic Relief and created in collaboration with Samburu Women Trust, Nepal Indigenous Women Federation, and Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact, sheds light on the struggles and resilience of #Indigenous women in Kenya and Nepal. 🔗 Watch and share to uncover deep-rooted inequalities and #HumanRights abuses Indigenous women face, learn how they are building networks and alliances to fight back, and support a global movement amplifying their voices: https://bit.ly/4fnOGsc #IndigenousPeoples #IndigenousPeoplesRights #IndigenousRights #Women #Kenya #Nepal

Har I brug for indspark om oprindelige folks rettigheder til jeres events på Folkemødet på Bornholm? IWGIA’s direktør, Kathrin Wessendorf; bestyrelsesmedlem, Nauja Bianco; rådgiver, Erla Huld Hadaoui og kommunikations- og politikmedarbejder, Helle Løvstø Severinsen er til stede under hele folkemødet. Kontakt: Helle Løvstø Severinsen: hls@iwiga.org, mobil: 5373 2843.

📣 The Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous Peoples invites contributions to inform his report to be presented at the 60th session of the Human Rights Council, in September 2025, where he intends to examine ways and means of overcoming obstacles and promoting best practices related to the recognition by States of #IndigenousPeoples. ❗Deadline for submissions is 28 March 2025. 👉 Click here for more: https://bit.ly/4i2qaOu

🌊 On this #WorldWaterDay, we celebrate the deep connection Indigenous Peoples have with aquatic ecosystems. 🌀 For fishing-dependent Indigenous communities, fishing is far more than an occupation - it is a vital part of their cultures, spiritual beliefs, traditional knowledge, and food systems. Yet, the rights of #IndigenousPeoples in fisheries are often misunderstood and overlooked. Many Indigenous fishers are criminalized for practicing their customary fishing rights, especially when marine conservation measures are implemented without Indigenous Peoples' meaningful participation or consideration for their traditional knowledge. 📘 Our publication "Indigenous Peoples’ Customary Fishing Rights: Key Issues and Input from the Expert Meeting on Indigenous Peoples and Fisheries“ explores these challenges and highlights ways to advocate for #IndigenousPeoplesRights in fisheries governance. 💧 Let’s ensure #Indigenous voices are heard and their rights are respected in protecting aquatic ecosystems. 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e2p4MnyS #IndigenousRights #HumanRights #Fishing #Water

🌳 Today, on #InternationalDayOfForests, we honor the vital role forests play in sustaining life and the Indigenous Peoples who have protected them for generations. 🌍 Despite their environmental stewardship, #IndigenousPeoples are disproportionately affected by climate change, including forest fires, and face harm from top-down climate actions imposed on their lands. 🌿 Protecting forests starts with respecting #IndigenousRights, wisdom, and leadership. #Indigenous #HumanRights #Justice #ClimateJustice

✊ On this #InternationalDayForTheEliminationOfRacialDiscrimination, we stand for equality, non-discrimination and justice. 🌍 #IndigenousPeoples continue to face systemic discrimination and marginalization, eroding their rights, livelihoods, and cultural heritage. States must fulfill their legal obligations to recognize, respect and protect Indigenous rights, ensuring these commitments are reflected in policies and reporting. ✨ True progress in eliminating racial discrimination requires justice for #Indigenous Peoples. Together, let us stand for dignity, equality, and a more just future for all. #IndigenousPeoplesRights #HumanRights #Equality #Justice

🔙 #TBT This report on the Southeast Asia Consultation on Development, Access to Justice, and the Human Rights of Indigenous Women highlights the severe rights violations Indigenous women face as both women and Indigenous Peoples - especially when state and corporate projects encroach on their territories. 📖 The report sheds light on the often-overlooked violence against #IndigenousWomen, emphasizing their vital roles in promoting sustainable resource management and driving holistic community development. 🌏 Let’s stand together to promote and respect the rights of #Indigenous women. 🔗 Read the full report here: https://bit.ly/4jzghsz #IndigenousPeoples #IndigenousPeoplesRights #IndigenousRights #HumanRights #Women

DEADLINE TODAY IWGIA is looking for an independent, external consultant to carry out a final evaluation of the third phase of The Indigenous Navigator project. 👉 Find the full TOR here: https://bit.ly/3QDJ9mg 👈 The purpose of the final evaluation is: ▪️To assess the relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability of the Project in accordance with the Description of the Action and objectives, and as per the guiding questions of the OECD DAC evaluation. ▪️To assess the inclusion of gender and Indigenous persons with disabilities among its activities. ▪️To identify lessons learned and provide recommendations that can guide the project stakeholders in future work. ▪️To assess the project set-up and effectiveness of the different levels of partnership. Interested candidates meeting the requirements, must submit the following to Ena Alvarado Madsen ea@iwgia.org no later than 14 March 2025: ▪️CV: Individual CV of all proposed team members (Max. 3 pages/each) ▪️Technical Proposal: Containing: i) An expression of interest highlighting why the consultant considers themselves the most suitable for the assignment (max. 1 page), and ii) A proposed methodology on how they will approach and complete the assignment (max. 1 page) ▪️Financial Proposal: The financial proposal should provide a detailed breakdown of all cost items (professional fees, travel costs, living allowances etc.) based on the requirements of the ToR. 👉 Find the full TOR here: https://bit.ly/3QDJ9mg 👈 #Indigenous #IndigenousPeoples #HumanRights