Mining

41. We demand the declaration of a moratorium on mining activities until governments and corporations recognize and respect our fundamental rights to self-determination and to free, prior and informed consent on all forms of mining.

42. We demand comprehensive and participatory multi-criteria assessment of mining activities, which incorporates environmental, social, cultural and health impact assessments.

43. We urge governments to establish laws, rules and constitutional provisions that prohibit the confiscation of indigenous lands for mining activities. Indigenous lands and territories must not be included in the planning zones for mining.