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International Human Rights Commission Admits Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group Case

International Human Rights Commission Admits Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group Case The Hul'qumi'num Treaty Group (HTG), the political organization representing over 6,600 First Nations people in British Columbia, received a breakthrough ruling from the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) in Washington DC. In an important judgment that may clear the way for private lands to be dealt with in aboriginal land claims, the IACHR has ruled that HTG’s petition on the human rights impacts of...

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Challenges To Native American Advancement: The Recession And Native America

Challenges To Native American Advancement: The Recession And Native America Dedrick Muhammad, 2009 Despite some growth, many disparities remain among indigenous Americans. The Recession and Native AmericaThese are exciting times to be a Native American. The century-old movement for Indian self-determination is now bearing fruit, as Native Americans have increased control over their assets and can apply Indigenous principles to shape their economies. Yet, as this report powerfully...

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Nyoongar Elders Fear Quarry Work Will Destroy Sacred Sites In The Darling Range

Nyoongar Elders Fear Quarry Work Will Destroy Sacred Sites In The Darling Range A Perth Aboriginal Elder Albert Corunna and other local Nyoongar Elders fear for the destruction of a cultural heritage site complex at Red Hill in the Darling Range, north-east of Perth. Global German-based quarrying giant Hanson Construction Materials Pty Ltd has recently lodged a Section 18 application with the Department of Indigenous Affairs to seek approval to destroy the sites. The site complex includes...

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Chief Judge – Quechan Tribal Court

Chief Judge – Quechan Tribal Court JOB TITLE: Chief Judge, Quechan Tribal Court SALARY: $60,000 – $65,000 per year SUPERVISION: Quechan Tribal Council TERM: Three (3) year appointment. OPENING DATE: November 30, 2009 CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled – First Review December 18, 2009 QUALIFICATIONS Twenty-five years of age or older Minimum of two years’ of college-level courses a four?year degree is preferred but work...

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ICMM Position Statement On Mining And Indigenous People

ICMM Position Statement On Mining And Indigenous People Overview ICMM’s vision is for constructive relationships between the mining and metals industry and Indigenous Peoples which are based on respect, meaningful engagement and mutual benefit, and which have particular regard for the specific and historical situation of Indigenous Peoples. With this statement, ICMM members are making explicit a number of their commitments in this area including to: Respect the rights and interests of...

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