PDF Version [En] Statement of the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of the human rights and fundamental freedoms of indigenous peoples, Professor James Anaya, upon conclusion of his visit to New Zealand 23 July 2010 During the course of the past five days in New Zealand, I met with Government authorities, representatives of… Read More »
AUCKLAND (23 July 2010) – The UN Special Rapporteur on indigenous people, James Anaya, called on the New Zealand Government to keep on moving forward to find adequate solutions to the challenges still faced by the Maori population. “I have observed several positive aspects of New Zealand’s legal and policy landscape, as well as… Read More »
The Special Rapporteur carried out a visit to New Zealand from 19-23 July 2010 to assess the situation of the Maori people, in follow up to the 2005 visit by his predecessor, Rodolfo Stavenhagen. The Special Rapporteur notes that, while some advancements have been made since his predecessor’s visit, including proposed repeals to the Foreshore… Read More »
This section is a sampling of coverage by the news media of the Special Rapporteur’s activities. Inclusion of these items does not imply their endorsement by the Special Rapporteur. They are included here for informational purposes only. Maori still seriously disadvantaged – UN report (February 23, 2011) Maori ‘extremely disadvantaged’ in NZ – UN… Read More »
A/HRC/15/37 19 July 2010 In the 2010 report to the Human Rights Council, the Special Rapporteur addressed the following themes related to extractive industries: A. Corporate responsibility with respect to indigenous rights B. International standards relating to corporate responsibility to respect indigenous rights C. Due diligence and the duty to respect indigenous rights. Report. PDF version
2010 Report to the Human Rights Council A/HRC/15/37 . Summary of activities, corporate responsibility with respect to indigenous peoples. (19 July 2010) PDF [En][Sp][Fr][Ru][Ch]
Statement of the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights and fundamental freedoms of indigenous people, James Anaya Human Rights Council Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Agenda Item 4: The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples 15 July 2010 Mr. Chairperson, Distinguished members of the Expert Mechanism on… Read More »
Statement of the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights and fundamental freedoms of indigenous people, James Anaya Human Rights Council Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples 12 July 2010 Mr. Chairperson, Distinguished members of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples,Delegates of Member States,Representatives of indigenous peoples and organizations,Ladies… Read More »
2010 Preliminary Note on the application of the principle of consultation with indigenous peoples in Guatemala and the case of the Marlin mine, 8 July 2010 A/HRC/15/37/Add.8 PDF: [En] [Sp]
Declaración pública del Relator Especial sobre los derechos humanos y libertades fundamentales de los indígenas, James Anaya, sobre la "Ley del derecho a la consulta previa a los pueblos indígenas u originarios reconocido en el Convenio No. 169 de la Organización Internacional de Trabajo" aprobada por el Congreso de la República del Perú 7… Read More »
2010 Preliminary Note on situation of the Sami people in the Sápmi region of Norway, Sweden, and Finland, A/HRC/15/37/Add.6 (7 July 2010) PDF: [English only]
In a public statement, the Special Rapporteur, James Anaya, outlined principles relating to the duty of states to consult with indigenous peoples, in light of the letter signed by the President of Peru, Alan Garcia, on 21 June 2010. This letter by the President sets out the observations of the Executive on the consultation law… Read More »
During the session of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, which took place from 12-16 July 2010, the Special Rapporteur offered observations on the right of indigenous peoples to participate in decision-making, which is the focus of a study currently being developed by the Expert Mechanism.See the statement of the Special Rapporteur… Read More »