A discussion of the report of the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples: EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES AND INDIGENOUS PEOPLES A side event during the 24th session of the Human Rights Council James Anaya, the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, will present his report to the Human Rights Council on extractive industries… 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 »
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 »
A/HRC/24/41/Add.5, 6 september, 2013 Summary The following is an index of the reports done by the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya, since he began his mandate in May 2008 through September 2013. The first part of the index is organized by the themes or topics addressed in his reports, and… Read More »
United Nations Human Rights Council Twenty-fourth session Report of the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya Addendum A/HRC/24/41/Add.4, 2 September 2013 Communications sent, replies received and observations, August 2012 – July 2013
2013 Report to the General Assembly, A/68/317 (14 August 2012).(Summary of activities. Identifying work methods and lessons learned. Factors that debilitate commitment to and action by States and other actors to implement the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples ) PDF [En][Sp][Fr][Ar][Ch][Ru]
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, James Anaya, has released his report on the situation of indigenous peoples in El Salvador and his report on his consultations with indigenous peoples in Asia. The Special Rapporteur previously issued his report on the situation of indigenous peoples in Namibia in June 2013.… Read More »
Consultation on the situation of indigenous peoples in Asia A/HRC/24/41/Add.3 PDF [En]
The situation of indigenous peoples in El Salvador A/HRC/24/41/Add.2 PDF [En] [Sp][Fr][Ru][Ch][Ar]
GENEVA (9 August 2013) – The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya, today urged Governments worldwide to respect all agreements -new and old- with indigenous peoples to provide a basis for much needed reconciliation and overcome all obstacles to the full realization of indigenous peoples’ rights. “Full respect for treaties,… 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 »
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Professor James Anaya, will carry out an official visit to Canada from 7 to 15 October 2013. The aim of the Special Rapporteur’s visit to Canada is to examine the human rights situation of the indigenous peoples of the country. During the visit, the… Read More »
The annual thematic report of the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, which he will present to the Human Rights Council in September 2013,addresses issues related to extractive industries and implications that they have for the rights of indigenous peoples. In the report, the Special Rapporteur systematically sets forth a series of observations… Read More »
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The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, James Anaya, concluded his official visit to Panama today. In his final statement upon concluding the mission, Mr. Anaya stated that indigenous peoples of the country are calling for greater recognition and protection of their territories and natural resources. During his visit, the Special… 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 »
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 »
From 8 to12 July 2013, the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya, participated in the sixth session of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, the last session in which he will participate prior to the end of his mandate in April 2014. The Special Rapporteur spoke at 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, 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, 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 »
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 »
Extractive industries and indigenous peoples Report of the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya Report to the Human Rights Council A/HRC/24/41, 2013 Summary This is the final thematic report of James Anaya, the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, to the Human Rights Council. Building upon previous reports,… Read More »
2013 Report to the Human Rights Council. Study on Extractive industries and indigenous peoples. A/HRC/24/41 PDF [En][Sp]
Interview with James Anaya about the mandate and work of the Special Rapporteur
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights has release the latest Joint Communications Report of the Special Procedures Mandate Holders for communications sent between 1 December 2012 and 28 February 2013 and replies received between 1 February and 30 April 2013. The report contains letters sent by the Special Rapporteur James Anaya and… 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 Peoples in Geneva. Representatives of indigenous peoples and organizations may request a meeting with him concerning matters falling… 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 »
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