On today's episode you'll hear me present the joint-intervention of Saniri Alifuru, Dewan Adat Papua, and Saka Mese Nusa Alifuru at the OHCHR Expert  Workshop in Geneva. Presenting on behalf of them, I discuss potential selection mechanisms that prioritize self-determination and free, prior, and informed consent. Enjoy!

On today's episode, Tiana Jakicevich, Iniquilipi Chiari, Frank Ettawageshik and Tomohiro Harada discuss the third day of the expert workshop on enhaned participation of Indigenous Peoples representative institutions at the United Nations. During the workshop day, the meeting focused on selection criteria, higlighting the importance of addressing past colonization in the selection process for these representative institutions. They will also delve into the specific ways in which Indigenous Peoples are tackling this issue and how it impacts their decision-making processes. Enjoy!

Listen in to this episode of the podcast as Ms. Hunanatu Matoke presents a joint statement on behalf of Saniri Alifuru, Dewan Adat Papua, and Saka Mese Nusa Alifuru at the OHCHR Expert Workshop on enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples representative institutions at the United Nations. They discuss the importance of rights-based selection criteria that respect Indigenous Peoples' right to self-determination  and self-identification, and propose using standards and conventions established in international law to determine the representative nature of these institutions. Enjoy!

Today you will hear Mr. Leonard Imbiri present a joint-statement on behalf of  Saniri Alifuru, Dewan Adat Papua, and Saka Mese Nusa Alifuru at the OHCHR Expert Workshop on enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples  representative institutions at the United Nations. He speaks about the limitations that Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions currently face in their participation in the work of the Human Rights Council and proposes an arrangement that would  give them the same participatory rights as Observer States to the HRC, including the ability to present resolutions, participate in debates and  dialogues, and submit written statements. Enjoy!

In today's episode, we hear from representatives of Indigenous nations from around the world: Tiana Jakicevich, Iniquilipi Chiari, Frank Ettawageshik who are participating in the OHCHR expert workshop on enhanced participation. Hosted by Tomohiro Harada, they discuss the challenges facing Indigenous communities and ways to address them, including the need for better representation, support, and the protection of cultures and traditions. They also talk about the role of technology and the importance of collaboration and dialogue between Indigenous communities, governments, and other stakeholders. This conversation was held after day 1 of the workshop, enjoy!

On this episode of our podcast, you hear Semuel Sahureka presenting a joint-statement on behalf of Saniri Alifuru, Dewan Adat  Papua, and Saka Mese Nusa Alifuru at the OHCHR Expert Workshop on enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples representative institutions at the United Nations. They advocate for a new status for Indigenous  Peoples' representative institutions, separate from other organizations,  individuals, and non-governmental organizations, and call for  Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions to have access to all  meetings and venues of the Human Rights Council. Don't miss this  important discussion on the rights and needs of Indigenous Peoples at  the United Nations. Enjoy!

My friends, in this episode, I'll be presenting at the virtual dialogue organized by the Indigenous Coordinating Body (ICB) on selection criteria and mechanisms for Indigenous Peoples' governments at the United Nations. Did you know that Indigenous Peoples have the right to have their own representative institutions speak on their behalf at the UN? Well, I'll be discussing the criteria for determining the eligibility of these representatives and what kind of credentials they  need to have in order to be considered eligible. Plus, we'll delve into  the process for granting this new category of participation and how it involves States and Indigenous Peoples' representative institutions working together. Tune in to learn more about this important topic affecting  Indigenous communities around the world.

Indigenous Peoples' participation in UN mechanisms: speak up, submit written statements, and claim your seat. But beware of one rep per region, state interference, and ECOSOC status. In this episode of the podcast, I'll be discussing the modalities under which Indigenous Peoples participate in United Nations mechanisms. During the virtual dialogue organized by the Indigenous Coordinating Body, we explored the current situation where Indigenous Peoples are allowed to participate only as NGOs with ECOSOC status and  the goal of creating a new status for representative institutions to attend meetings such as the General Assembly and Human Rights Council. Enjoy!

In this episode of the podcast, I'll be discussing the Enhanced Participation Process and the challenges and opportunities for Indigenous Peoples' governments in the United Nations. During the Indigenous Coordinating Body virtual dialogues, we explored the current situation where Indigenous Peoples  are allowed to participate only as NGOs with ECOSOC status, and the goal of creating a new status for representative institutions to attend meetings such as the General Assembly and Human Rights Council. We also discussed the main venues for Indigenous participation in the UN and the importance of resource constraints, the difference in participation  between New York and Geneva, and the need for more Indigenous representation in treaty bodies. Follow to learn more about how enhancing the participation of Indigenous governments in the UN can contribute to the recognition and respect of Indigenous rights, self-determination, and sovereignty.