Statements
This week the Holy See Mission delivered one statement at the UN.
Measures to be taken to
implement the
Declaration on the
Rights of Indigenous Peoples
10th Anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
On April 24, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN gave an intervention during the Sixteenth Session of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues on item 8, dedicated to the theme of the “Tenth Anniversary of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: Measures taken to implement the Declaration.”
In its statement, the Holy See mentioned Pope Francis’ advocacy for indigenous peoples’ rights to development and to their identity. The Holy See said there is a need to harmonize the cultural and social development of indigenous peoples alongside their economic development. The prior and informed consent of affected indigenous peoples should be secured in all situations that could impact their culture and ancestral lands. The full participation of indigenous peoples should be promoted at local and national levels, the Holy See added. Moreover, their sense of responsibility, love for the gift of the earth and their sense of community and intergenerational solidarity should be considered examples for all peoples.
The statement can be found here.
Upcoming Events
May 1: People First: Indigenous Communities Accompanied by Faith Based Organizations; Protection for Integral Human Development
1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
UN Headquarters, Conference Room B
RSVP by April 27 at holyseemission.org/rsvpMay1
We regret to inform you that registration is now closed for those who do not have a UN grounds pass.
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May 10: An Evening with Raphael: Raphael's Art and Human Dignity
6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
UN Headquarters, Conference Room 4
RSVP at holyseemission.org/rsvpMay10
May 12: The Centenary of Fatima and the Enduring Relevance of Its Message of Peace
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
UN Headquarters, Conference Room 2