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News & analysis

Curated updates with sources, plus in-depth articles.

02JUL

IYRP 2026: regional rangelands consultations continue across the Sahel

The International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists mobilizes pastoral networks around mobility rights and land tenure.

IYRP / FAO
24JUN

Green transition and pastoral lands: new research maps land-acquisition pressures

Peer-reviewed work documents how renewable-energy projects overlap customary pastoral territories.

Academic review
15JUN

UNPFII follow-up: recommendations on indigenous data governance

The Permanent Forum reiterates support for CARE principles in national statistics and research.

UN DESA

Agenda & opportunities

Open calls, fellowships and forums for Indigenous peoples and youth — updated continuously.

New Commons Incubator — Indigenous Languages & Cultures

Funding and support for digital commons projects led by or with indigenous communities.

Deadline: 31 July 2026View official announcement ↗

3rd UN Global Indigenous Youth Forum (UNGIYF)

FAO-hosted global forum for indigenous youth on food systems and climate.

Call open — check eligibilityView official announcement ↗

World Heritage training for Indigenous representatives

Organized by IIPFWH, Nia Tero, IWGIA, DOCIP and OHCHR.

Pawanka Fund — community grants

Indigenous-led fund supporting traditional knowledge and wellbeing initiatives.