Anaya, James (James Anaya)

James Anaya is a respected legal scholar and advocate specializing in Indigenous rights and international human rights law. He served as the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, assessing and promoting the protection of Indigenous communities worldwide. Anaya has also held academic positions and authored influential works on indigenous sovereignty, land rights, and cultural preservation. His work aims to ensure Indigenous peoples' rights are recognized and respected within national and international legal frameworks, helping to address longstanding injustices and promote equity for Indigenous communities globally.