Thread

Oumou Dicko, a Fulani Indigenous leader from Mali and participant in the UN Human Rights Indigenous Fellowship Programme, is advancing education, climate justice and the rights of Indigenous Peoples in her community. For Indigenous Peoples, land, water, forests and biodiversity are more than natural resources. They are the foundation of culture, identity and spiritual heritage, passed from generation to generation. Effective climate and environmental action depends on recognizing Indigenous knowledge and ensuring Indigenous Peoples can participate in decisions that shape their future. The UN Human Rights Indigenous Fellowship Programme equips Indigenous leaders with the knowledge, networks and tools to translate international human rights standards into lasting change in their communities. Read more: