Respect du Principe 3 du FSC : consolider l’adhésion, la représentation et la voix des autochtones dans le FSC
Cette session explore la façon dont FSC peut mieux respecter le principe 3 : « L'organisation doit identifier et respecter les droits légaux et coutumiers des peuples autochtones en matière de propriété, d'utilisation et de gestion des terres, des territoires et des ressources affectées par les activités de gestion ». Co-organisée par la Fondation des peuples autochtones de FSC et la chambre sociale Sud de FSC, la session se concentre sur le renforcement de la présence des peuples autochtones - en particulier des femmes et des jeunes - dans les structures de FSC par le biais d'une adhésion et d'un leadership actifs.
Les participants examineront les obstacles culturels, linguistiques et systémiques à l'engagement et proposeront des modèles de gouvernance inclusifs ainsi que des protocoles de participation culturellement appropriés. Des dirigeants autochtones de différentes régions partageront leurs expériences et des études de cas, soulignant ainsi le rôle essentiel des voix autochtones dans l'élaboration des normes et des décisions de FSC.
La session vise à favoriser l'équité, à accroître la participation des peuples autochtones et à promouvoir un impact durable dans la gouvernance de FSC. Des outils interactifs et une séance de questions-réponses inviteront le public à contribuer à l'élaboration de stratégies collectives pour des processus FSC plus inclusifs et plus représentatifs
Alina Liviet S Liviet Santiago, FSC PIPC
Ms. Alina Santiago is a Zapotec leader from Oaxaca, Mexico, dedicated to defending Indigenous rights and sustainable practices. She serves as Chair of the FSC Permanent Indigenous Peoples Committee and is an individual member of FSC’s Southern Social Chamber. With over 20 years of experience, Alina has worked alongside Indigenous communities on forest certification, governance, and sustainable livelihoods, promoting Indigenous-led solutions to environmental and social challenges through her advocacy, project development, training, and collaboration with national and international organizations.
David Flood, FSC PIPC
David Flood (Zonzei Maiingun) is from Matachewan First Nation, an Ojibway community in northeast Ontario. He is Co-Chair of the FSC Permanent Indigenous Peoples Committee. With over 30 years’ experience in forestry, land management, advocacy, and business development, he serves as General Manager of Wahkohtowin Development, advancing Indigenous-led forest and land stewardship. David is passionate about cultural revival and youth-elder relationships. He holds a B.Sc. in Forest Management and is a Registered Professional Forester in Ontario.
Praful Lakra, FSC PIPC
Praful Lakra, of the Kurukh (Oraon) People in India, is Co-Chair of the FSC Permanent Indigenous Peoples Committee and its Representative for Asia. With over 14 years’ experience in social work, he advocates for marginalized tribal communities, focusing on rights to forests, food, and gender equality. Praful has led programs on community empowerment, sustainable livelihoods, and human rights, and has represented Indigenous Peoples internationally, advancing their rights and sustainable development through effective leadership and advocacy.
Niila Inga, FSC PIPC
Niila Inga is a reindeer herder from Laevas in Swedish Sápmi and a dedicated advocate for Indigenous rights. As the PIPC representative for Europe and a council member of the FSC Indigenous Foundation, he works to protect Sámi livelihoods against extractive industries. With decades of experience in reindeer husbandry and community leadership, Niila champions Indigenous rights and cultural preservation, ensuring Sámi voices are heard and traditions safeguarded for future generations.
Tolita David Angeles, FSC PIPC
Tolita Davis-Angeles is a Cobble Cobble woman from the Barunggam Nation in Queensland, Australia. She is Chair of the FSC Indigenous Working Group and serves as the alternate representative for the Oceania region on FSC’s Permanent Indigenous Peoples Committee. With over 15 years’ experience in consultancy and education, Tolita develops First Nations engagement frameworks, cultural workshops, and education resources. Her work advances Indigenous rights, embeds First Nations perspectives in forestry and education, and protects cultural values.
Event Details
- Date: Sunday, 26 October
- Time: 14:30 - 16:00 (EST - Panama) / 20:30 - 22:00 (CET) / 03:30 - 05:00 (WITA)