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​This video covers the landmark High-Level Seminar on Customary Land and Human Rights held in Papua New Guinea (January 22-23, 2026). As the nation seeks to balance traditional land tenure with modern development, this seminar explores the intersection of indigenous sovereignty, international law, and constitutional protections.
​Seminar Overview
​The event features a keynote presentation by Ms. Mice Arnison from the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). As the lead for the economic, social, and cultural rights section, she provides a comprehensive look at how land is not just a commodity, but a fundamental human right essential for health, education, and livelihood.
​Key Discussion Points:
​The Spiritual Connection to Land: Local leaders and participants share moving perspectives on land as "life itself," emphasizing that they are guardians of a priceless heritage that connects ancestors to future generations.
​International Frameworks: An in-depth look at the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and the Declaration on the Rights of Peasants. Ms. Arnison explains how these instruments recognize land as a self-standing right.
​Women’s Rights & Land Tenure: The seminar addresses the global and local challenges women face in gaining equal access to and control over land resources.
​State & Business Responsibilities: Clarifying the obligations of the State to respect customary collective land systems and the duty of businesses to implement human rights due diligence and redress mechanisms.
​Self-Determination & FPIC: A deep dive into the principle of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC). Learn why ongoing consent and restitution—rather than mere compensation—are vital for projects impacting customary land.
​Panel Discussion: Experts and community elders engage in a candid dialogue about the gap between PNG’s constitutional protections and the reality of land loss and marginalization faced by local communities.
​Why This Matters
​Papua New Guinea’s constitution is one of the most progressive in the world regarding land rights, yet modern challenges require a renewed commitment to these principles. This seminar serves as a roadmap for policy-makers, developers, and landowners to ensure that development is inclusive, rights-based, and respectful of indigenous self-determination.
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