Why journalists seeking out minority and indigenous voices is ever so important
By Billy Rwothungeyo, Africa Media Officer at Minority Rights Group As traditional media business models continue to be disrupted by…
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Indigenous paralegals and the fight for climate justice
By Eunice Nsikak Olembo, Africa Legal Officer at Minority Rights Group For indigenous communities, climate justice is not simply about…
MRG welcomes Uganda court verdict on Batwa compensation
Minority Rights Group International (MRG) welcomes the recent decision of Uganda’s constitutional court, directing a lower court to determine appropriate…
Assessment of Batwa and persons with disabilities’ access to education and health services in Uganda
This briefing summarizes the findings of an assessment carried out to study the level of access to education and health…
EVENT: Understanding access to education and health services for Batwa and persons with disabilities in Uganda
With the financial support the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland, Minority Rights Group International (MRG) and partners are implementing…
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Status of peace and justice for indigenous peoples of East Africa: our recommendations
UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, 20th session – Side event hosted by Minority Rights Group International 20 April 2021…
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Indigenous peoples must be at the forefront when it comes to redressing violations of their rights
United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) – 20th Session Agenda Item 3: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions on…
UN plan to protect 30 percent of the planet by 2030 could displace hundreds of millions, NGOs and experts warn
One hundred twenty-eight* environmental and human rights NGOs and experts today warn that a United Nations drive to increase global…
