Independent Dialogue
Geographical focus:
No borders
Discussion topic outcome
High Level Remarks on Indigenous Youth: Aiwan Minz We need to protect our Indigenous food systems We can use technology to preserve, promote and sustain our Indigenous food systems Mr. Geoffrey Roth: UNPFII has repeatedly called on States, UN agencies and funds to enhance participation of Indigenous youth, build capacity and advocacy skills of Indigenous Youth Recognize youth as equal partners in developing lasting partnerships at local, regional and international levels In consultations leading up to the UNFSS, Indigenous youth have shared how they’d like to see the maintenance of Tradition
... Read moreal Knowledge related to food systems and environment. They are concerned with adverse effects of climate change, and loss of lands and traditional livelihoods. Free and prior informed consent should be at the center of all initiatives. Exchange between youth and elders and intergenerational cooperation is key and crucial for the future of our way of life H.E. Ambassador Alexandra Bugailiskis: As we move towards the UNFSS, it is critical for Indigenous youth to be at the table. It is about your future. H.E. spoke of recent policy changes in Canada, which could serve as examples for the way forward: Appointment of Commissioner of Indigenous languages to lead independent office of the Commissioner of Indigenous languages. Allowing Indigenous people to use their Indigenous names in their passports and other official identification National Food policy that recognizes Indigenous rights and self-determination, informed by extensive consultation with Indigenous organizations. H.E. Ambassador Mr. Miguel Jorge García Winder: Strengthen the education (access to higher and formal education) Strengthen the infrastructure to access the education (buildings, roads, internet access) Strengthen the legislation effecting Youth Ms. Beth Bechdol: Hopes this forum is just the start and a turning point to ensure more meaningful dialogues with indigenous youth She spoke of FAO initiatives that are good practices and policies: Implement FPIC in all projects Implement the VGGTs Promote the co-creation of knowledge through platforms such as the Global hub Ms. Hindou Ibrahim: Indigenous Youth need to be at the table and part of decision-making. They will be the next entrepreneurs of their communities to sustain food security. Legislation needs to be changed to enable youth participation: to secure land rights and tenure. Indigenous Peoples need mechanisms and spaces and access to funds/funding. How else can we develop the programs and projects that allow young people to stay at home to do and value these activities? Ms. Mai Thin Yu Mon: The UNFSS should carry forward the recommendations made by Indigenous youth through this forum This will not be the final forum, but the opening of a platform for Indigenous youth from all over the world to voice our concerns and contribute into worldly matters Ms. Jessica Vega Ortega: we need to de-colonialize, respect human rights, take into account Youth, children, women, Mr. Yon Fernández-de-Larrinoa: Appeals to all Ambassadors and countries to come up with intercultural policies, schooling and educational plans that do not destroy marginalize indigenous peoples’ cultures and food systems. The Rome Statement made by Indigenous Youth in 2017 is a major contribution made by indigenous youth to end food insecurity This forum will result in a robust declaration from indigenous youth to inform the way forward. Read less
Action Track(s): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Keywords: Data & Evidence, Environment and Climate, Governance, Human rights, Innovation, Policy, Trade-offs, Women & Youth Empowerment