Environmental Law and Indigenous Rights: A Global Perspective

Authors

  • Adrian Hall
  • Kim Thomas
  • Quinn Thompson

Keywords:

environmental law, indigenous rights, global perspective, policy recommendations, ancestral lands

Abstract

This article explores the intersection of environmental law and indigenous rights, focusing on how indigenous communities influence environmental policies globally. It examines case studies from Brazil, Canada, and Australia, highlighting the successes and challenges faced by indigenous peoples in protecting their ancestral lands. The article discusses the role of international agreements and national laws in supporting indigenous rights and offers policy recommendations for strengthening these legal frameworks to promote environmental justice.

Author Biographies

Adrian Hall

Ph.D. in Environmental Law
University of British Columbia
2329 West Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada

Kim Thomas

LL.M. in Human Rights
Australian National University
Canberra ACT 0200, Australia

Quinn Thompson

J.D.
University of São Paulo
R. da Reitoria, 374, São Paulo - SP, 05508-220, Brazil

References

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Published

2025-08-07

Issue

Section

Articles