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previously recommended, a protection scheme should be devised for these sectors of
the population, with a particular focus on women, children and indigenous migrants
from Central America.23 The employment situation of indigenous day labourers and
domestic workers should be addressed in a culturally appropriate manner and in
accordance with international labour and human rights standards.
129. Culturally appropriate measures should be taken to assist indigenous peoples
who have been affected by natural disasters, with due respect for their rights and
without restrictions or discrimination. The solutions that they propose to health,
housing and food problems caused by natural disasters should be supported.
130. The situation of indigenous displaced persons requires urgent attention, in the
form of comprehensive and coordinated measures. Steps should be taken to realize the
right of indigenous displaced persons to an adequate standard of living, through the
provision of culturally appropriate basic services, in accordance with the applicable
international standards, including the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement.
The State should establish the conditions and provide the means that allow indigenous
displaced persons to return voluntarily, in safety and with dignity, to their homes.
131. The authorities should address the factors that cause these displacements, such
as territorial and political conflicts and the presence of organized crime and armed
groups, by means of investigations, sanctions, reparation and the administration of
justice. In serious cases, such as the conflict between the municipalities of Chenalhó
and Chalchihuitán, the state, federal and agrarian authorities should ensure that the
measures taken do not aggravate the tensions between indigenous communities.
Recommendations to indigenous peoples
132. The Special Rapporteur would like to encourage indigenous peoples to continue
developing and strengthening their own legal, political and self-determination
initiatives, taking into account international human rights standards, and thereby
contribute to national debates on reforms in the fields of security, the administration
of justice, development and governance.
Recommendations to the United Nations system
133. The United Nations specialized agencies in Mexico should pay greater attention
to the human rights situation of indigenous peoples in their areas of competence. The
Special Rapporteur encourages the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner
for Human Rights to follow up on the present recommendations, in collaboration with
indigenous peoples and the Government, taking into account the proposals of
indigenous peoples in that regard.
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