Deadline: 26 May 2025
Purpose:
To support Indigenous representatives’ participation in key UN Treaty Body sessions, enabling them to advocate for Indigenous rights and contribute to global human rights monitoring.
Who Can Apply:
- Only Indigenous representatives.
- Must ensure their country is under review during the relevant Treaty Body session.
- Priority for those who have contributed to a “shadow report” for the session.
Application Deadline:
- 26 May 2025
Sessions Covered:
- Human Rights Committee (CCPR) – Session 144 (23 June–25 July 2025)
- Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) – Session 91 (16 June–4 July 2025)
- Committee against Torture (CAT) – Session 83 (14–31 July 2025)
- Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) – Session 116 (11–29 Aug 2025)
- Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) – Session 33 (11–29 Aug 2025)
- Committee on the Rights of the Child (CRC) – Session 100 (1–19 Sept 2025)
- Committee on Economic, Social & Cultural Rights (CESCR) – Session 78 (8 Sept–3 Oct 2025)
- Committee on Enforced Disappearances (CED) – Session 29 (22 Sept–3 Oct 2025)
How to Apply:
- English Application Form: Link
Benefits of Participation:
- Funding for travel, accommodation, and participation.
- Direct advocacy to UN experts on community issues.
- Networking with Indigenous leaders and global allies.
Important Notes:
- Only Indigenous representatives are eligible.
- Verify that your country is scheduled for review during the session.
- Shadow Report contribution is a key requirement for consideration
For further information or application please see application’s website.
