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Ethical Conservation Starts with Consent: Moving Beyond Consultation to Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC)
What does it take to move beyond consultation and build conservation partnerships with Indigenous Peoples that are grounded in trust, respect, and fundamental human rights? This webinar introduces the principles of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) as articulated in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).
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- Guest presenter: Rochelle Morgan-Verdin, Founder, In Our Ways Strategy Group
- TREC Host: aparna rajagopal
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Description
What does it take to move beyond consultation and build conservation partnerships with Indigenous Peoples that are grounded in trust, respect, and fundamental human rights? This webinar introduces the principles of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) as articulated in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and explores how rights-based approaches can reshape conservation practice. Join us to learn how organizations can move beyond simply seeking input toward building meaningful, accountable partnerships that recognize Indigenous Peoples as rights holders, knowledge holders, and leaders in conservation.
Presenter Biography
Rochelle Morgan-Verdin (United Houma Nation): An international Indigenous rights advocate and founder of In Our Ways Strategy Group, Rochelle brings over 20 years of experience in human rights law, environmental justice, and global negotiations to support Tribal Nations, multilateral organizations, and community-led initiatives in advancing rights-based solutions and participatory governance.

Made possible by the generous support of Wilburforce Foundation and offered free of charge.
