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61/295. United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

The Nameless Ones©

Resolution adopted by the General Assembly on 13 September 2007

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UN General Assembly

Sixty-first Session

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61/295. United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

Nameless Ones©

Resolution adopted by the General Assembly on 13 September 2007

Legal

Written by

UN General Assembly

Sixty-first Session

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61/295. United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

Nameless Ones©

Resolution adopted by the General Assembly on 13 September 2007

Legal

Written by

UN General Assembly

Sixty-first Session

1 — Foundational Principles

  • Equality and non-discrimination

  • Respect for self-determination

  • Recognition of collective rights

  • Cultural integrity and survival

  • Consultation and good faith

2 — Land, Territory & Resources

  • Ownership and control of traditionally occupied lands

  • Protection against forced removal

  • Right to restitution or compensation for taken lands

  • Access to and use of natural resources

  • Environmental stewardship rights

3 — Self-Determination and Autonomy

  • Right to freely determine political status

  • Right to pursue economic, social, & cultural dev.

  • Establishment of autonomous institutions

  • Right to data portability

  • Right to maintain distinct legal, economic, and political systems

4 — Culture, Language & Education

  • Preservation and revitalization of languages

  • Right to establish educational systems in native languages

  • Cultural transmission and heritage protection

  • Control over educational content and curricula

5 — Participation & Consultation

  • Free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC)

  • Right to participate in decision-making processes

  • Collaboration in legislative and administrative measures

  • Representation in governance structures

6 — Development & Economic Rights

  • Equal opportunity in employment and economic activities

  • Sustainable development aligned with cultural values

  • Right to traditional medicines and health practices

  • Access to financial, technical, and educational resources

7 — Integrity, Justice & Protection

  • Protection against genocide, forced assimilation, and discrimination

  • Right to maintain security and peace within communities

  • Recognition of indigenous legal systems

  • Access to justice and fair treatment

8 — Implementation & International Cooperation

  • State obligations to ensure and promote rights

  • International monitoring and partnerships

  • Mechanisms for dispute resolution

  • Authority communication

  • Cooperation between Indigenous peoples and global institutions