Indigenous Peoples Council on Biocolonialism

About Indigenous Peoples Council on Biocolonialism

Serving indigenous communities from Nixon, Nevada, the Indigenous Peoples Council on Biocolonialism was established with a fundamental commitment to protecting indigenous peoples' genetic resources, sacred knowledge systems, and human rights from exploitation through biotechnology. IPCB recognizes that indigenous communities face unique vulnerabilities as their biological materials and traditional knowledge become increasingly targeted for commercial development and research without proper consent or benefit-sharing. The organization operates from a values-based approach, believing that indigenous peoples must be full participants in debates and decision-making processes that directly affect their lives, lands, and futures. Rather than viewing these issues as purely technical or legal matters, IPCB works to demystify biotechnology and globalization through community education, ensuring indigenous peoples understand the implications and maintain control over their collective futures. The Nixon, NV organization has built strong relationships with indigenous leaders, international forums, and allied organizations to amplify indigenous voices in global conversations about biodiversity, genetic resources, and traditional knowledge protection. IPCB's work reflects deep respect for indigenous self-determination, cultural integrity, and the interconnection between biological and cultural survival. By providing direct technical support, developing protective legal frameworks like the Indigenous Research Protection Act, and advocating at international levels, IPCB stands alongside indigenous communities asserting their rights and protecting what is most precious to their survival and cultural continuity.

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