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The Right to Land

Author(s): 
Joseph Otoo and Laith Najjar
Law firm: 
Reed Smith
Date produced: 
30 June 2011
This legal guide examines international principles and law concerning indigenous peoples’ right to land.
Disclaimer: 
This publication provides general information and comments on the subject matter covered and is not a comprehensive treatment of the subject. It is not intended to provide legal advice, and readers should not rely on it but seek specific legal advice before taking any legal action with respect to the matters discussed.

Description:

 The historical link between indigenous peoples and their traditional lands goes towards defining their identity, preserving their cultural integrity, and their right to decide how they live their lives as a community. Often their subsistence will depend on their local ecology and natural resources inherent in the land. A severance from that environment can threaten their physical integrity and dignity as human beings.

This legal guide examines some of the international principles and legal instruments that relate to indigenous peoples and their right to land.

Read the full guide to The Right to Land.

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