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The president of Brazil's National Indigenous Peoples Foundation (Funai), Joênia Wapichana, signed on March 25 the Detailed Identification and Delimitation Report of the Ararà Indigenous Territory – an important step in recognizing the territorial rights of the Indigenous Peoples of Baixo Jatapu, in the Wayamu territory. This represents Brazil's recognition of continuous Indigenous Peoples' guardianship and marks the beginning of a new stage in the demarcation process.

The Conversation invited Nicole Yamase and filmmaker Daniel Lin to talk about “Remathau: People of the Ocean.” Produced by Nia Tero, the documentary follows Nicole Yamase’s expedition to the deepest part of the ocean. Along the way, the young marine biologist embarks on a journey of self-discovery, reconnecting with her community’s strength and oceanic heritage.

This article features Mariana Kiimi Ortiz Flores (Ñuu Savi/Mixteca) as she shares her reflections on attending COP30 for the first time as an Indigenous Youth representative. She describes challenges that Indigenous communities face in participating, such as language barriers and limited access to information. She also points out the importance of Nia Tero’s virtual training sessions, which covered core topics relevant to Indigenous Peoples and played a significant role in helping participants engage more effectively during the conference.

Announced by the Brazilian government during COP30, the decision to complete the process of final recognition of four Indigenous territories in Brazil will provide greater environmental protection and self-determination for the original peoples of the following areas: Kaxuyana-Tunayana, Uirapuru, Manoki, and Estação Parecis Indigenous lands. The most extensive of these by far is the Kaxuyana-Tunayana land demarcation, spanning over 2.1 million hectares.

During the UN Ocean Conference, the governments of Solomon Islands and Vanuatu announced their intention to create the Melanesian Ocean Reserve. The area is one of the world's most biodiverse marine regions. Protecting it will secure the economic and cultural vitality of hundreds of distinct Indigenous Peoples while furthering global climate, biodiversity, and ocean goals. 

On April 22, a special event parallel to the 24th session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) gathered Indigenous leaders from the Wayfinders Circle network to share experiences and discuss challenges faced by Indigenous Peoples worldwide.