Central and Eastern Europe, the Russian Federation, Central Asia and Transcaucasia Regional Dialogue

Central and Eastern Europe, the Russian Federation, Central Asia and Transcaucasia Regional Dialogue Central and Eastern Europe, the Russian Federation, Central Asia and Transcaucasia Regional Dialogue Thursday 25 April 10:00 – 11:15 The Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues will hold a Regional Dialogue for Central and Eastern Europe, the Russian Federation, Central Asia, and Transcaucasia during. [...] The regional dialogues aim to discuss issues of relevance in the region's countries and identify how to sharpen the focus and impact of the Permanent Forum’s analysis and recommendations. [...] Guiding Themes: In preparation for the Dialogue, participants are invited to consider the following guiding themes: • Enhancing Indigenous Peoples’ right to self-determination in the context of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and emphasizing the voices of Indigenous youth • Assessing the status and fostering discussions on the enhancement of Indigenous Peoples’ p. [...] After the opening remarks, participants will be invited to reflect on the guiding themes and discuss the significant issues Indigenous Peoples encounter within the regional and national contexts of Central and Eastern Europe, the Russian Federation, Central Asia, and Transcaucasia. [...] Interactive discussion between Members of the Permanent Forum, Indigenous Peoples, Member States, UN Agencies, and representatives of academia: • Enhancing Indigenous Peoples’ right to self-determination in the context of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and emphasizing the voices of Indigenous youth – moderated by Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, Member of the Permanent F.