American Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (ADRIP)

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ADRIP1 – Recognizes the collective and individual rights of Indigenous peoples as part of international human rights law.

ADRIP2 – Affirms the equality of Indigenous peoples to all other peoples and rejects any form of discrimination.

ADRIP3 – Indigenous peoples have the right to self-determination, including autonomy, self-government, and control over their internal affairs.

ADRIP4 – Indigenous peoples may freely determine their political status and pursue their development in accordance with their traditions.

ADRIP5 – States must respect the distinct institutions and legal systems of Indigenous peoples.

ADRIP6 – Upholds the right to nationality and prohibits the arbitrary denial of citizenship.

ADRIP7 – Guarantees protection of cultural identity, traditions, languages, and religious practices.

ADRIP8 – Protects against genocide and calls for reparations in cases of gross human rights violations.

ADRIP9 – Ensures the right to belong to Indigenous communities in accordance with their customs and traditions.

ADRIP10 – Indigenous peoples have the right to peace and security without being subject to military actions or repression.

ADRIP11 – Affirms that Indigenous peoples may maintain and develop their spiritual and religious traditions and practices.

ADRIP12 – Asserts the right to education that respects their cultures, traditions, and languages.

ADRIP13 – Ensures access to culturally appropriate health systems and services.

ADRIP14 – Guarantees the right to participate in the development of economic and social systems.

ADRIP15 – Protects labor rights including fair wages, equal treatment, and safe working conditions.

ADRIP16 – Indigenous women, children, youth, elderly, and persons with disabilities are entitled to special protections.

ADRIP17 – Upholds the right to freedom of expression, including communication in Indigenous languages.

ADRIP18 – Asserts the right to protection of sacred and historical sites.

ADRIP19 – Guarantees full and effective participation in matters that affect Indigenous peoples.

ADRIP20 – Calls for free, prior, and informed consent in decisions affecting lands, territories, and resources.

ADRIP21 – Indigenous peoples have rights to their lands, territories, and resources traditionally owned or otherwise occupied.

ADRIP22 – Prohibits forced displacement and upholds the right to return to lands.

ADRIP23 – Requires states to take measures to prevent and punish the forced removal or relocation of Indigenous communities.

ADRIP24 – Ensures the right to manage and conserve natural resources found within their territories.

ADRIP25 – Guarantees the right to participate in environmental protection, climate decisions, and conservation policies.

ADRIP26 – Protects intellectual property and traditional knowledge, including cultural expressions and sciences.

ADRIP27 – Provides for recognition of legal capacity and access to justice in accordance with Indigenous law.

ADRIP28 – Indigenous peoples are entitled to effective remedies, including reparation and restitution.

ADRIP29 – Affirms the right to development in harmony with their identity, needs, and aspirations.

ADRIP30 – States are obligated to take affirmative actions to eliminate discrimination and support Indigenous peoples.

ADRIP31 – Protects Indigenous peoples living in voluntary isolation or initial contact, including their lands and choices.

ADRIP32 – Establishes that the declaration shall be interpreted in accordance with the principles of equality, dignity, and non-discrimination.

ADRIP33 – Emphasizes that the rights affirmed here do not diminish other human rights held by Indigenous peoples under law.

ADRIP34 – The implementation of these rights must involve Indigenous peoples at all stages.