Restoration Resource Center Akwe_: Kon – Voluntary Guidelines for the Conduct of Cultural, Environmental and Social Impact Assessment regarding Developments Proposed to Take Place on, or which are Likely to Impact on, Sacred Sites and on Lands and Waters Traditionally Occupied or Used by Indigenous and Local Communities

Akwe_: Kon – Voluntary Guidelines for the Conduct of Cultural, Environmental and Social Impact Assessment regarding Developments Proposed to Take Place on, or which are Likely to Impact on, Sacred Sites and on Lands and Waters Traditionally Occupied or Used by Indigenous and Local Communities

Authors:
Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity

Publication Date:
2004

Abstract/Summary:
The Voluntary Guidelines were named by a Mohawk term meaning “everything in creation”, so as to emphasize the holistic nature of this instrument. Indeed, the guidelines are intended to provide a collaborative framework ensuring the full involvement of indigenous and local communities in the assessment of cultural, environmental and social concerns and interests of indigenous and local communities of proposed developments. Moreover, guidance is provided on how to take into account traditional knowledge, innovations and practices as part of the impact-assessment processes and promote the use of appropriate technologies.

Resource Type:
Technical Document

Source:
Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity

Link:
https://www.cbd.int/doc/publications/akwe-brochure-en.pdf