SECTION TWO
Human rights and collective rights
▼Article V.
Full effect and observance of human rights
Indigenous peoples and individuals have the right to the full
enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms,
as recognized in the Charter of the United Nations, the
Charter of the Organization of American States, and
international human rights law.
▼Article VI.
Collective rights
Indigenous peoples have collective rights that are
indispensable for their existence, well-being, and integral
development as peoples. In that regard, States recognize
and respect the right of indigenous peoples to their
collective action; to their juridical, social, political, and
economic systems or institutions; to their own cultures; to
profess and practice their spiritual beliefs; to use their own
tongues and languages; and to their lands, territories and
resources. States shall promote, with the full and effective
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