Mandate
The mandate of the Forum is to discuss indigenous issues related to social development, culture, environment, education, health and human rights. The forum is to:
- Provide expert advice and recommendations to the Economic and Social Council and to the various programmes, funds and agencies of the United Nations System through the Council;
- Raise awareness and promote the integration and coordination of activities related to indigenous issues within the UN system;
- Prepare and disseminate information on these issues.
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