2015 - English - Academic
Understanding Successful Approaches to Free Pr…
This report supports FPIC in Canada and promotes understanding of, and progress towards, its successful negotiation. In Canada, FPIC is unique because the rights of Aboriginal peoples are protected under the Canadian Constitution. This ensures rights confirmed through treaties are protected, however, it does not provide clear guidance on consent.
2013 - English - Practical
A training manual on advocacy, lobbying and ne…
This report presents the definition and scope of advocacy and lobbying and why UNDRIP is important for these actions. Ways that Indigenous Peoples can engage in decision-making processes, what information is needed to make decisions related to climate change, and skills to plan advocacy campaigns are presented.
2013 - English - Academic
Report of the Special Rapporteur on the rights…
This is the final thematic report of James Anaya, the Special Rapporteur it addresses human rights concerns of indigenous peoples relating to extractive industries. The report advances understanding of content and implications of international human rights standards relevant to these concerns.
2012 - English - Practical
Biodiversity and Culture: Exploring Community …
FPIC and community protocol-type processes are being used to help claim rights and negotiate agreements in various biodiversity contexts. However, recent developments in international law in relation to access to genetic resources and benefit-sharing (ABS) have brought these participatory tools and processes centre stage.