(b) Principal theme, Utilization of indigenous peoples' lands by non indigenous authorities, groups or individuals for military purposes

Those minority groups may be, for example, indigenous people or foreign residents.

Indigenous peoples are among the world's most socially marginalized and dispossessed groups.

Moreover, in depth studies were promoted and special studies on vulnerable population groups, including indigenous peoples and ethnic groups, were undertaken.

Another sector characterized by large migratory flows of indigenous groups is hazardous agriculture.

Specifically why do we find children from specific indigenous groups in certain sectors of child labour?

The Working Group decided that its principal theme at its twenty fourth session would be Utilization of indigenous peoples' lands by non indigenous authorities, groups or individuals for military purposes .

In some Ibero American countries, indigenous and Afro descendant people account for a significant proportion of the groups concerned.

Policies are aimed at the most vulnerable groups, including the rural population and, within this group, our indigenous peoples.

In recognition that some groups of children are missing out , indigenous children are a particular focus of the Agenda.

It appeals to all illegal armed groups to respect the identity and integrity of these minorities and indigenous communities.

Following the development of a national plan of action for decent work in Nepal in January 2005, which also highlights the needs of disadvantaged groups, including indigenous peoples, in all policies and programmes, the main elements of a decent work agenda for indigenous groups will now be identified.

Efforts must be made to raise and include the voices of special groups such as women, youth and indigenous peoples.

The Commission on Indigenous Peoples had been established not only to study the problem of indigenous groups, but also to work with their leaders to identify solutions to the problems that they faced.

Take into account the full diversity and demographic profile of indigenous communities, including gender, children, youth and aged persons, people with disabilities, nomadic, semi nomadic and migrating peoples, peoples in transition, displaced persons, indigenous peoples in urban areas, and particularly vulnerable groups of indigenous peoples.

Take into account the full diversity and demographic profile of indigenous communities, including gender, children, youth and aged persons, people with disabilities, nomadic, semi nomadic and migrating peoples, peoples in transition, displaced persons, indigenous peoples in urban areas, and particularly vulnerable groups of indigenous peoples.

Sixty one groups had been identified as indigenous nationalities on the basis of, inter alia, mother tongue, traditional rights and customs.

In Mexico the Government provides assistance to 1,145,000 pupils from 47 indigenous groups in the form of 50,300 teachers in 19,000 educational centres through its bilingual and intercultural education programme the academic performance of indigenous pupils, however, falls far below that of the non indigenous population.

Canada took its human rights obligations seriously and sought to address issues in an open and transparent fashion, involving indigenous groups themselves.

The measures prioritize Brazilian women of African descendant, indigenous women, women head of the family and other excluded or marginalized women groups.

Of particular concern are cases of forced recruitment of indigenous children and youths by armed groups, and in some cases by organized crime.

The forthcoming elections would provide a further opportunity to increase the participation of various ethnic and indigenous groups in Nepal's democratically elected institutions.

(g) Allegations of torture and ill treatment of certain other vulnerable groups, such as members of the indigenous communities, sexual minorities and women

Local authorities are the lead actors, but citizens' groups, faith based organizations, youth networks, indigenous groups, women's organizations, non governmental organizations, the private sector and research and educational institutions all have an important role to play.

In this regard, the Committee invites the State party to provide information on the settlement of cases of conflicting interests relating to indigenous lands and resources, particularly those in which indigenous groups have been displaced from their lands.

At times, almost entire groups of people, such as indigenous people and ethnic minorities who suffer from social exclusion, remain entrenched in dire poverty.

The systems of formal education historically provided by the State or religious or private groups have been a two edged sword for indigenous peoples.

In the case of Guatemala, the number of indigenous people in all age groups completing primary education is lower than the number of indigenous people, even though this traditional gap is gradually narrowing, reflecting a positive but slow trend.

Some indigenous organizations argued that the peace accords had been violated in spirit, because the new law grouped the problem of indigenous people with that of other groups in society women, for example who are also victims of discrimination.

The Millennium Campaign should raise awareness about the Millennium Development Goals and indigenous peoples, providing space for indigenous youth to express their views and share experiences related to Millennium Development Goals issues, enable young indigenous people to interact with their national leaders, and facilitate networking between youth groups to crystallise new projects.

The Millennium Campaign should raise awareness about the Millennium Development Goals and indigenous peoples, providing space for indigenous youth to express their views and share experiences related to Millennium Development Goals issues, enable young indigenous people to interact with their national leaders, and facilitate networking between youth groups to crystallise new projects.

Protecting women and children from violence and trafficking and ensuring the safety of groups, such as refugees and indigenous peoples, are of the utmost importance.

The Constitution of Ecuador recognized the collective rights of indigenous peoples, as well as the individual rights of Ecuadorians who belonged to indigenous groups, and the Government had solemnly and steadfastly embraced the challenge to make those rights a reality.

It's a charitable entity, basically a grant giving entity that gives money back to indigenous groups around the world for educational, cultural projects initiated by them.

The urban poor usually have very low access to water and sanitation services, and pockets of people such as indigenous groups often have even lower access.

The Dalit Commission and Women's Commission were involved in the implementation of programmes for the development of indigenous groups, in collaboration with all stakeholders in society.

Relations between indigenous Ivorian ethnic groups and immigrant communities in many areas remain tense, notably in Duékoué and Guiglo and in and around the zone of confidence.

This is also true with reference to the collection of data, primarily from the groups traditionally excluded, such as the indigenous people, disabled people and former quilombos.

While the Committee takes note of the State party's efforts to demarcate indigenous lands, such as the promulgation of the Indigenous Peoples Habitat and Lands, Demarcation and Protection Act, it is concerned that the effective ownership and use of indigenous lands and resources continue to be threatened and restricted by repeated aggression from individuals and private groups against indigenous peoples, in order to move them from their land.

The Mission worked closely with representatives of indigenous groups to strengthen their participation in joint civil society Government commissions set up under the peace accords to ensure that proper consultations took place between the State and indigenous communities in designing policies for their benefit.

The Pacific and central regions are home to the indigenous communities of Subtiava, Monimbó, Matagalpa and Las Segovias, while the Caribbean region is home to aboriginal ethnic groups.

They would pave the way for peace and help defeat terrorism that had seriously affected development programmes, particularly in rural areas in which indigenous and ethnic groups lived.

This programme's objective is to strengthen the capacity of representatives of indigenous groups so that they can negotiate their priorities while building constructive relationships with their negotiating partners.

(e) Wider recognition of the rights of women, children and persons belonging to minorities, migrant workers, indigenous people and persons with disabilities, and strengthening the protection of vulnerable groups.

(e) Wider recognition of the rights of women, children and persons belonging to minorities, migrant workers, indigenous people and persons with disabilities, and strengthening the protection of vulnerable groups.