2007 - English - Practical
Determining our Future Asserting our Rights: I…
This report present the outcomes of a project conducted by the Association of Indigenous Village Leaders in Suriname and The North-South Institute that was requested by Indigenous communities in West Suriname that will be affected by a large-scale mining and hydroelectric development project. At the time that the project started, the communities h…
2010 - English - Practical
Indigenous Peoples: Guidance Note
This Guidance Note is aimed at providing practical guidance to European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) specialists, consultants and clients on the processes and standards that should be applied and considered when planning and implementing projects that involve Indigenous Peoples. UNDRIP which requires States to consult with Indige…
2013 - English - Academic
Risk communication and trust in decision-maker…
The objective of the current research study is to explore trust associated with development and implementation of the Giant Mine Remediation Plan. Interviews with Aboriginal community members, industry members, and government staff were conducted and 5 areas of trust were identified. Issues of lack of cooperation, that result in delayed remediatio…
2015 - English - Practical
Community Consent Index 2015 Oil, gas, and min…
This report presents publically available corporate commitments and policies regarding community rights and community engagement with focus on FPIC.
2014 - English - Practical
Interpreting the UN guiding principles for ind…
This report makes recommendations to states, business enterprises, indigenous peoples and other stakeholders for a more effective operationalisation of the guiding principles in relation to the human rights of indigneous peoples.
2012 - Español - Practical
Inclusion of Indigenous Peoples, Rural and Afr…
Project that seeks the inclusion of indigenous and Afro-descendant communities in mining projects with respect to the right to prior consultation.