PolicyWednesday, April 22, 2026Mongabay
Indigenous peoples’ health cannot be separated from the environment, U.N. delegates warn
At the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, experts emphasized that the health of Indigenous peoples is intricately linked to the health of their environments, highlighting the need for policies that integrate environmental protection with Indigenous health initiatives. The delegates urged for a holistic approach that recognizes the intersectionality of these issues to ensure the well-being of Indigenous communities.
