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Fifteen Truth Commissions: 1974 to 1994: A Comparative Study

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Human Rights Quarterly, vol. 16, no. 4, November 1994, pp. 597-655
Description
Discusses issues highlighted by commissions worldwide, as well as the different models employed. Examples discussed are countries that had undergone radical political changes and were in the process of transitioning from one regime to another.
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Human Rights in the Gambela National State, Ethiopia

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Nyikaw Abula Ochalla
Indigenous Affairs, no. 2, Militarization, 2001, pp. 48-53
Description
Reports of the human rights situation in Ethiopia and Eritrea as well as Canadian business interests. To access this article scroll down to page 48.
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Indigenous Federation: The Case of Borana Oromo, Ethiopia

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Dejene Gemechu Chala
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 8, no. 1, January 2017, pp. 1-22
Description
Explains an Indigenous the democratic political system Gadaa. Includes suggestions on how to include the values and principles of the system.
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The Marginalization of Pastoral Communities in Ethiopia

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Melakou Tegegn
Indigenous Affairs, no. 4, Indigenous Peoples in Africa, 2003, pp. 32-37
Description
Looks at regional governments' lack of recognition of pastoralism and attempt to assimilate pastoralists into society and a sedentary lifestyle. To access this article, scroll down to page 32.
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Roles of Indigenous Conflict Resolution Mechanisms for Maintaining Social Solidarity and Strengthening Communities in Alefa District, North West of Ethiopia

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Ajanaw Alemie
Hone Mandefro
Journal of Indigenous Social Development, vol. 7, no. 2, 2018, pp. 1-21
Description
Reports on research done using semi-structured face-to-face interviews to examine Indigenous practices around conflict resolution. Findings indicate that Indigenous practices: are more flexible than formal court proceedings, focus on consensus building, and aim to restore harmony rather than on punishment.
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A Toolkit to Support Conservation by Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities: Building Capacity and Sharing Knowledge for Indigenous Peoples’ and Community Conserved Territories and Areas (ICCAs)

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
United Nations Environment Programme
United Nations Development Programme
Description
Documents sixteen case studies and highlights innovative tools and approaches developed to help local communities address critical challenges that affect their natural and cultural resources.
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