indigenous peoples, however,
genuine recourse to justice’17
traditional justice systems ‘may fail to offer
Recommendations :
1). Noting GR 33, more studies, should be undertaken to look deeper
into the effectiveness and scope of these co-existing systems and how
each should strengthen or compliment the other ensuring compliance
to human rights standards. Such studies should duly consult or ensure
that indigenous women’s perspectives and concerns and promising
practices are included;
2). Ensure or strengthen where needed, gender and culturally relevant
legal and policy frameworks and processes;
3. Provide adequate and quality legal aid to address the issue of high
costs of litigation?
4.) Provide support and resources for awareness raising initiatives in
the community on the relevant laws and formal legal systems
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UNSRIP.
A/HRC/30/41.
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