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Extractive Industries and Human Rights in Peru
Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution
George Mason University
Truland Building, Arlington campus, Room 555
Tuesday, March 29, 8:00 pm
During the week of March 28, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) is hosting its 141st period of hearing sessions. In light of these hearings, Oxfam America staff and partners from Peru will be speaking on the topic of the rights of Indigenous Peoples’ affected by extractive industries operations. As the Peruvian presidential elections approach, the issue of the right of Indigenous Peoples to a proper and informed consultation remains in the public debate.
Join us to hear the case of the community of Rio Blanco, in Central Peru, neighbor of the Majaz Mining Corporation, which larger shareholder is the Chinese consortium Zijin. Magdiel Carrion- indigenous leader - will speak about the link between the lack of a proper consultation process and the increase of conflict in the region.
This is an excellent opportunity to speak with those directly impacted by extractive operations on the ground and non-governmental organization staffers and their work.
Join the discussion!
For more information on this event, please contact Sofia Vergara ([email protected]) or Katie Martorana ([email protected])