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Indigenous Peoples

Why the Violence Against Women Act Is Crucial for Native American Women
Up until Tuesday, Republicans had proposed amendments to strip Native American rights and jurisdiction over non-Native perpetrators of violence on the reservation.

A Good Use of Heartbeats: An Interview With First Nations Activist Caleb Behn
Hailing from Dene in Northeastern British Columbia, Caleb grew up with the oil and gas industry.

Idle No More: From Grassroots to Global Movement
After sparking a massive movement of First Nations people and allies in Canada, Idle No More is building a global movement to challenge a global ecological crisis.

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Americas: Governments Must Stop Imposing Development Projects on Indigenous Peoples’ Territories
Governments across the Americas continue to discriminate against Indigenous peoples by denying their right to have a say on decisions which may have devastating consequences for their cultural survival.