Securing rights of minority and indigenous childre

There are some 5,000 ethnic groups in the world, and more than 200 countries have significant minority ethnic or religious communities. Almost 900 million people belong to groups that experience disadvantages as a result of their minority standing.

Exclusion in all its forms is a common thread for both indigenous people and minority groups. The risk of exclusion from essential services and from protection is very high for indigenous and minority children, and discrimination on the basis of ethnicity often deprives them of opportunities for growth and development. 

In this video, UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues Chairperson Victoria Tauli-Corpuz discusses the problems facing indigenous populations in achieving their full and equal rights.

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