UNDRIP:  United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

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The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) is a landmark document adopted by the UN General Assembly on September 13th, 2007. It establishes a universal framework of minimum standards for the survival, dignity, and well-being of Indigenous peoples worldwide. The declaration emphasizes the protection of Indigenous rights, including self-determination, cultural preservation, land and resource access, and freedom from discrimination.

UNDRIP is a powerful tool for fostering reconciliation, addressing historical injustices, and promoting the inherent rights of Indigenous peoples to participate in decisions that affect their lives. Explore how its principles guide the pursuit of equity and justice.

To read declaration, click here. For more information on UNDRIP, visit their website at https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/declaration/about-apropos.html

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