Statement by Professor James Anaya Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples Thirteenth Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues 20 May 2014, New York
Keynote address by the UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Professor S. James 26th session of the World Intellectual Property Organization Intergovernmental Committee on Intellectual Property and Genetic Resources, Traditional Knowledge and Folklore Indigenous Panel: Intellectual property and genetic resources: What is at stake for indigenous peoples? 3 February 2014 I am… Read More »
Statement by the UN Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya International Expert Group Meeting on the theme:“Sexual health and reproductive rights: articles 21, 22(1), 23 and 24 of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples” 15 – 17 January 2014, New York Introduction I would like to thank… Read More »
GENEVA (13 January 2014) – A United Nations independent expert has urged the Government of Kenya “to ensure that the human rights of the Sengwer indigenous people are fully respected, in strict compliance with international standards protecting the rights of indigenous peoples.” The UN Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya, expressed… Read More »
Declaración del Relator Especial de las Naciones Unidas sobre los derechos de los pueblos indígenas, James Anaya, al concluir su visita al Perú 13 de diciembre de 2013 Estoy concluyendo mi visita oficial al Perú, la cual comenzó el pasado 6 de diciembre. El propósito de esta visita fue conocer la situación de los pueblos… Read More »
GENEVA / LIMA (5 December 2013) – The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya, will visit Peru from 6 to 13 December 2013 to study the situation of indigenous peoples in the country . The mission of Mr. Anaya will focus specifically on the impact of extractive industries on… Read More »
Statement by Professor James Anaya, Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Second Annual United Nations Forum on Business and Human Rights Panel: Indigenous peoples and business operations taking steps towards implementing the UN Guiding Principles Geneva, 4 December 2013
Statement by James Anaya, Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples.World Conference of Indigenous Women Lima, Perú 28-30 October, 2013. Good morning. I am pleased to greet all those present, and especially those women who have traveled to Lima from various parts of the world. I would like to thank the conference organizers… Read More »
Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya 68th session of the General Assembly, Third Committee 21 October 2013 New York
United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya Statement upon conclusion of the visit to Canada 15 October 2013 I am now concluding my visit to Canada in my capacity as United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples. Over the last nine days I have met with federal… Read More »
Statement of the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya Human Rights Council 24th Session 18 September 2013
GENEVA (10 September 2013) – The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya, today called on the relevant state, federal and tribal authorities in the United States of America to take all necessary measures to ensure the wellbeing and human rights of ‘Veronica,’ an almost four year old Cherokee child… Read More »
For International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples Friday 9 August “Broken treaties must become a thing of the past” – UN expert calls for reconciliation with indigenous peoples GENEVA (9 August 2013) – The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya, today urged Governments worldwide to respect all… Read More »
Declaración del Relator Especial sobre los derechos de los pueblos indígenas al concluir su visita oficial a Panamá 26 de julio de 2013 “En mi calidad de Relator Especial de las Naciones Unidas sobre los derechos de los pueblos indígenas, estoy concluyendo mi visita oficial a Panamá, la cual comenzó el pasado 19 de julio.… Read More »
GENEVA / PANAMA CITY (17 July 2013) – The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya, will visit Panama from 19 to 26 July 2013, to study the situation of indigenous groups the country. “I hope this visit will contribute to raising awareness of the concerns of indigenous peoples in… Read More »
Statement by James Anaya, Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples 6th session of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Human Rights Council, Geneva, Switzerland Panel on the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples 11 July 2013 I am grateful for the opportunity to participate on this panel on the… Read More »
Statement by James Anaya, Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples 6th session of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Human Rights Council, 8 July 2013 Geneva, Switzerland Mr. Chairperson, Distinguished members of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Delegates of Member States, Representatives of indigenous peoples and… Read More »
Statement by James Anaya, Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples 6th session of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Human Rights Council, Geneva, Switzerland 8 July 2013 World Conference on Indigenous Peoples I am pleased to have this opportunity to address the Expert Mechanism and the representatives of indigenous peoples… Read More »
During the week of 8 – 12 July 2013, Special Rapporteur James Anaya will hold individual meetings with representatives of indigenous peoples and organizations during the sixth session of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoplesin Geneva. Representatives of indigenous peoples and organizations may request a meeting with him concerning matters falling within… Read More »
Statement by Professor James AnayaSpecial Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoplesTwelfth Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues 22 May 2013, New York Mr. Chairperson,Distinguished members of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues,Representatives of Indigenous Peoples and Members States, Friends and colleagues It is a great pleasure to be able to again… Read More »
GINEBRA (16 de mayo de 2013) – El Relator Especial de las Naciones Unidas sobre los derechos de los pueblos indígenas, James Anaya, ha mantenido un dialogo con el Gobierno de Ecuador en el cual ha urgido la adopción de las medidas necesarias para prevenir nuevos actos de violencia entre los pueblos indígenas Tagaeri-Taromenane y… Read More »
GENEVA (15 May 2013) – A group of United Nations experts said today that the establishment of truth and justice in Guatemala, as well as being fundamental elements for reparation for the victims, are essential to ensure the non-recurrence of the heinous crimes that characterized the civil war in the country, including enforced disappearance, arbitrary… Read More »
GINEBRA (13 de mayo de 2013) – El Relator Especial de las Naciones Unidas sobre los derechos de los pueblos indígenas, James Anaya, exhortó al Gobierno de Nicaragua adoptar medidas para proteger los pueblos indígenas en la Reserva Bosawas y asegurar sus derechos territoriales en la reserva.
GENEVA (2nd May 2013) – Indigenous groups in Namibia, including the San and Himba people, continue to be particularly disadvantaged more than 20 years on from the country’s independence, a UN expert on indigenous rights says. “Since Namibia’s independence in 1990, the Government has made many significant achievements in rolling back some of the destructive… Read More »
El deber estatal de consulta a los pueblos indígenas dentro del Derecho Internacional James Anaya Conferencia en el Evento “El rol de los Ombudsman en América Latina: El derecho a la consulta previa a los pueblos indígenas” Lima, Peru – 25 de abril de 2013 En mi trabajo como Relator Especial de las Naciones Unidas… Read More »
Statement by Professor James Anaya Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples Twenty-Third Session of the World Intellectual Property OrganizationIntergovernmental Committee on Intellectual Property and Genetic Resources, Traditional Knowledge and Folklore Indigenous Panel 4 February 2013 INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ RIGHTS TO GENETIC RESOURCES AND TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE
GENEVA (8 January 2013) – The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya, urged the Government of Canada and Aboriginal leaders to undertake meaningful dialogue in light of First Nations protests and a month-long hunger strike by Chief Theresa Spence of the Attawapiskat First Nation. “I am encouraged by reports… Read More »
Statement by Professor James Anaya Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples Forum on Business and Human Rights 5 December 2012 Geneva
Statement by James Anaya Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples 67th session of the General Assembly, Third committee, 22 october 2012 New York
GINEBRA (12 de octubre de 2012) – Un grupo de expertos independientes de las Naciones Unidas exhortaron al Gobierno de Guatemala a esclarecer los actos de violencia acaecidos el jueves 4 de octubre en la localidad de Cumbre de Alaska, en el municipio de Santa Catarina Ixtahuacán, Sololá, que resultaron en la muerte de 6… Read More »