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Indigenous peoples are communities with historical continuity in a region, maintaining distinct social, cultural, linguistic, and political traditions that predate later state or colonial structures. They often have enduring ties to specific ancestral lands and territories and may continue traditional livelihoods, governance forms, and knowledge systems that differ from those of surrounding populations. The term “indigenous” is widely used in international law and advocacy to emphasize these continuities and the right to cultural preservation.
Usage of the terms indigenous and native varies by region and context. In international governance, “indigenous
Rights and protections for indigenous peoples are framed by international law and national constitutions in many
Contemporary issues facing indigenous communities include land dispossession, language endangerment, social and health disparities, governance representation,