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Indigenous Rights Dismantling Oppression

This dataset contains information on various Indigenous groups around the world and their ongoing issues related to land rights, cultural heritage, and recognition. It provides insights into the struggles and actions taken by these groups, along with the status of their efforts over recent years.

  1. ID: A unique identifier for each entry in the dataset.
  2. Indigenous Group: The name of the Indigenous group being referenced.
  3. Country: The country in which the Indigenous group is located.
  4. Issue: The main issue or challenge faced by the Indigenous group.
  5. Description: A brief explanation of the situation or context surrounding the issue.
  6. Year: The year during which the issue or action was noted.
  7. Status: The current status of the issue (e.g., Active, Resolved, Ongoing).
  8. Action Taken: A summary of the actions that have been taken in response to the issue.

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ID Indigenous Group Country Issue Description Year Status Action Taken
1 Navajo Nation USA Land Rights Disputes over sacred lands and resource extraction. 2020 Active Legal battle ongoing.
2 Maasai Kenya Land Displacement Forced removal from ancestral lands for conservation purposes. 2018 Resolved Community compensation provided.
3 Aboriginal Australia Cultural Heritage Protection Protection of sacred sites from mining activities. 2021 Ongoing Government consultation started.
4 Saami Norway Natural Resource Rights Struggle over reindeer herding lands and mineral rights. 2019 Active Court ruling in favor of Saami.
5 First Nations Canada Hydroelectric Projects Impact of dams on traditional fishing rights. 2022 Active Negotiations with government.
6 Quechua Peru Mining Rights Opposition to mining companies on sacred lands. 2020 Active Protests organized.
7 Pueblo USA Water Rights Disputes over water sources essential for agriculture. 2019 Resolved Water rights secured.
8 Ainu Japan Recognition as Indigenous Efforts to gain official recognition and rights. 2021 Active Cultural revitalization efforts.
9 Mapuche Chile Land Recovery Demanding the return of ancestral lands. 2021 Active Legal initiatives launched.
10 Zapotec Mexico Cultural Preservation Efforts to preserve language and traditions. 2022 Ongoing Community workshops initiated.
11 Sámi Finland Climate Change Impact on traditional livelihoods due to climate shifts. 2021 Ongoing Awareness campaigns initiated.
12 Chickasaw USA Economic Development Attempts to improve economic prospects for their community. 2022 Ongoing Business ventures supported.
13 Ojibwe Canada Self-Determination Push for greater autonomy and governance. 2020 Active Framework agreements proposed.
14 Hmong Laos Political Rights Struggle for political representation and rights. 2019 Ongoing Advocacy through NGOs.
15 Tsimshian Canada Cultural Resources Protection of cultural artifacts and practices. 2021 Resolved Funding secured for a museum.
16 Inuit Greenland Climate Adaptation Challenges faced by Inuit due to melting ice and climate change. 2020 Active Adaptation strategies developed.
17 Xhosa South Africa Land Reform Pursuing equitable land distribution to rectify historical injustice. 2022 Ongoing Policy proposals submitted.
18 Bantu Cameroon Language Rights Efforts to preserve and promote endangered languages. 2021 Ongoing Educational programs underway.
19 Kichwa Ecuador Oil Extraction Opposition to environmental degradation from oil drilling. 2020 Active Legal actions taken.
20 Māori New Zealand Treaty Rights Continuing disputes over treaty obligations. 2021 Ongoing Negotiations still in progress.
21 Wabanaki USA Indigenous Sovereignty Demand for recognition of treaty rights by state governments. 2022 Active Legislative measures proposed.
22 Cherokee USA Cultural Heritage Protection of traditional lands and practices. 2020 Ongoing Community engagement initiatives.
23 Gwich'in USA/Canada Resource Extraction Opposition to oil drilling in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. 2021 Active Legal challenges mounted.
24 Hopi USA Cultural Preservation Maintaining traditional practices amidst modern pressures. 2020 Active Cultural workshops held.
25 Kuna Panama Land Rights Struggles against land encroachment by foreigners. 2021 Active Community organizing efforts.
26 Northern Cheyenne USA Environmental Protection Protection of sacred lands from pollution. 2022 Active Activist campaigns launched.
27 Yurok USA Water Management Disputes over water rights affecting fishing rights. 2020 Ongoing Negotiations with state agencies.
28 Quileute USA Coastal Preservation Protection of coastal lands from development. 2021 Active Legal frameworks sought.
29 Taino Dominican Republic Cultural Recognition Efforts to recognize and revitalize Taino heritage. 2022 Ongoing Cultural festivals initiated.
30 Lakota USA Native American Graves Protection Protection of burial sites from desecration. 2021 Ongoing Legal protections sought.
31 Tukano Colombia Territory Rights Struggles over ancestral land and resource rights. 2020 Active Advocacy through national platforms.
32 Aymara Bolivia Political Inclusion Demands for inclusion in political processes. 2019 Active Negotiations for representation.
33 Kikuyu Kenya Land Rights Historical grievances over land ownership. 2020 Ongoing Land redistribution efforts proposed.
34 Bininj Australia Cultural Heritage Protecting rock art from tourism impact. 2021 Active Cultural site management plans created.
35 Tsimane Bolivia Forest Protection Efforts to protect ancestral forests from logging. 2021 Active Conservation initiatives launched.
36 Ndebele South Africa Arts and Crafts Promoting traditional arts and crafts facing modern issues. 2020 Ongoing Artisan support programs established.
37 Tswana Botswana Land Rights Issues related to land erosion and rights. 2021 Active Community discussions initiated.
38 Guna Panama Territorial Rights Struggle for territorial acknowledgment. 2022 Ongoing Negotiating with the government.
39 Gorane Brazil Land Conflict Displacement due to agriculture and deforestation. 2021 Active Legal cases filed.
40 Dene Canada Mining Impact Consequences of mining on traditional territories. 2022 Active Consultations with mining companies.
41 Kisii Kenya Gender Rights Empowering women within the community. 2021 Ongoing Workshops on rights conducted.
42 Khmer Cambodia Land Grabbing High rates of forced eviction from agricultural lands. 2020 Ongoing Legal advocacy mounting.
43 Saan South Africa Cultural Preservation Protecting language and traditional knowledge. 2021 Ongoing Revitalization projects funded.
44 Berber Morocco Cultural Rights Struggles for language and cultural recognition. 2021 Active Awareness campaigns launched.
45 Haida Canada Artistic Rights Protection of indigenous art from exploitation. 2020 Resolved Legal protections established.
46 Yami Taiwan Cultural Preservation Revival of traditional fishing practices. 2022 Active Cultural exchange initiatives started.
47 Igbo Nigeria Economic Rights Issues surrounding rights in economic development. 2020 Ongoing Advocacy through local NGOs.
48 Hausa Niger Cultural Identity Challenges regarding cultural identity in urban areas. 2021 Ongoing Community workshops held.
49 Cherokee USA Language Revitalization Efforts to preserve the Cherokee language. 2021 Ongoing Language classes initiated.
50 Inca Peru Cultural Heritage Reviving traditional practices and ceremonies. 2020 Ongoing Cultural festivals established.
51 Tawana Canada Land Rights Protecting the territory from industrial encroachment. 2021 Active Community-led initiatives started.
52 Mayangna Nicaragua Forest and Land Rights Protecting forests from illegal logging. 2022 Ongoing International awareness raised.
53 Ngati Tuwharetoa New Zealand Land Rights Developing land for community benefit. 2021 Active Plans developed for sustainable use.
54 Palauan Palau Marine Rights Struggles over fishing rights and conservation. 2022 Ongoing Local governance initiatives started.
55 Cree Canada Transportation Development Impact of transport infrastructure on lands. 2020 Active Public consultations launched.
56 Rohingya Myanmar/Bangladesh Human Rights Protection Efforts to protect rights in refugee camps. 2021 Active International advocacy ongoing.
57 Sika Ivory Coast Land Rights Struggles against plantation encroachment. 2021 Active Local community organizing.
58 Lahu Thailand Education Rights Challenges in accessing educational resources. 2022 Ongoing Programs developed to enhance access.
59 Giriama Kenya Cultural Rights Preservation of Giriama cultural heritage amidst modernity. 2021 Ongoing Cultural exchange initiatives.
60 Uudere Estonia Land Rights Addressing historical land claims. 2020 Ongoing Negotiations with the government.
61 Candomblé Brazil Religious Rights Preservation of religious practices under threat. 2021 Ongoing Legal protections sought.
62 Jivaro Peru Forest Preservation Opposition to oil exploration in the Amazon. 2020 Active Legal challenges filed.
63 Pipil El Salvador Cultural Revitalization Reviving language and traditions post-colonization. 2022 Ongoing Cultural programs initiated.
64 Kiowa USA Water Rights Protection of water sources for community use. 2021 Active Legal actions taken.
65 Pueblo USA Cultural Arts Protecting traditional crafts against appropriation. 2020 Ongoing Educational workshops conducted.
66 Ndebele South Africa Cultural Revival Efforts to promote Ndebele language and art. 2021 Ongoing Cultural festivals held.
67 Carib Guyana Land Rights Struggles for land recognition. 2020 Active Legal battles ongoing.
68 Sika Iceland Language Rights Reviving the Sika language through education. 2021 Ongoing Community programs initiated.
69 Kurdish Turkey Cultural Rights Struggles over Kurdish language and identity. 2021 Active International support raised.
70 Arhuaco Colombia Cultural Heritage Recognition and protection of sacred territory. 2022 Active Legal advocacy ongoing.
71 Kamayura Brazil Water Rights Protecting water sources from agribusiness impacts. 2021 Active Community projects initiated.
72 Miskito Nicaragua Land Displacement Disputes over land with governmental policies. 2022 Ongoing Gear towards legal support.
73 Tzeltal Mexico Cultural Identity Struggles against cultural erosion due to globalization. 2021 Ongoing Awareness campaigns launched.
74 Cree Canada Resource Management Disputes over resource extraction on traditional lands. 2020 Active Negotiations with resource companies.
75 Zuni USA Land Restoration Restoration of traditional lands and rights. 2021 Active Restoration projects launched.
76 Simpson USA Health Rights Access to healthcare for Indigenous populations. 2021 Ongoing Health initiatives launched.
77 Chilcotin Canada Self-Governance Efforts to establish self-governance frameworks. 2022 Active Negotiations underway.
78 Kaiapoi New Zealand Economic Development Building sustainable economic initiatives. 2020 Ongoing Community projects initiated.
79 Quichua Ecuador Rights and Resources Struggles over natural resources and indigenous rights. 2022 Active Legal frameworks established.
80 Xavante Brazil Land Protection Defending land from agribusiness and cattle ranching. 2020 Active Community mobilization continued.
81 Lebowa South Africa Political Rights Push for political representation. 2021 Ongoing Advocacy efforts ongoing.
82 Sikhin Ethiopia Cultural Preservation Revival of traditional practices and language. 2020 Ongoing Cultural programs established.
83 Raramuri Mexico Land Rights Struggles against land grabs for agriculture. 2020 Active Community organizing efforts.
84 Tinglit USA Cultural Heritage Efforts to preserve Tinglit cultural practices. 2021 Ongoing Cultural revitalization projects.
85 Pawnee USA Land Restoration Restoring traditional lands taken by settlers. 2022 Active Community land projects initiated.
86 Sierra USA Cultural Rights Protection of cultural expressions and heritage. 2021 Ongoing Legal rights asserted.
87 Chukchi Russia Land Rights Struggles over land and resource exploitation. 2021 Active Legal rights proposed.
88 Tupi Brazil Territory Rights Displacement due to development projects. 2020 Active Advocacy campaigns initiated.
89 Saami Sweeden Cultural Rights Push for rights to practice traditional ways. 2022 Active Legal advocacy ongoing.
90 Navajo USA Water Access Struggles for water rights and access in the drought conditions. 2021 Ongoing Negotiations with authorities.
91 Ohlone USA Cultural Revitalization Efforts to revitalize the Ohlone culture and identity. 2020 Ongoing Community workshops conducted.
92 Nguni South Africa Social Justice Advocating for social justice issues within communities. 2021 Ongoing NGO partnerships initiated.
93 Arawak Guyana Environmental Rights Protecting environment from illegal mining. 2022 Active Advocacy campaigns launched.
94 Shoshone USA Land Claims Disputes concerning historic land claims. 2020 Active Legal action proposed.
95 Tswana Botswana Land Tenure Working towards secure land tenure for communities. 2021 Active Policy proposals submitted.
96 Apiaká Brazil Land Rights Struggles against deforestation on lands. 2020 Active Community organizing efforts.
97 Zaghawa Chad Cultural Identity Advocating for cultural recognition and support. 2021 Ongoing Advocacy campaigns launched.
98 Nez Perce USA Treaty Rights Negotiations on treaty rights with federal government. 2020 Ongoing Engagement with policymakers.
99 Pitjantjatjara Australia Cultural Heritage Protection of cultural sites from development. 2021 Active Community mobilization ongoing.
100 Lepcha India Cultural Rights Efforts to recognize Lepcha identity and culture. 2022 Ongoing Cultural festivals organized.
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