James Anaya

James Anaya is a prominent scholar and advocate for the rights of Indigenous peoples worldwide. He has served as a professor of law and as the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous peoples, where he worked to promote their sovereignty, culture, and land rights. Anaya’s work focuses on addressing historical injustices and ensuring Indigenous communities are respected and empowered within legal and international frameworks. His contributions have helped raise awareness and influence policies aimed at protecting Indigenous peoples from discrimination and marginalization.