Indigenous peoples today are employing a range of political resistance strategies, notably:
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Working with the United Nations: Many indigenous groups engage with the UN to advocate for their rights, promote recognition of their issues, and influence international policies. They participate in forums like the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues and work to implement declarations such as the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
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Encouraging younger members of their group to learn English: While this might seem more related to cultural resilience and adaptation, many indigenous communities recognize the importance of English (and other dominant languages) in navigating political landscapes and communicating their needs and rights in broader contexts, including negotiations.
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Avoiding hot-topic issues: While some groups may choose to avoid certain contentious issues as a strategy for maintaining peace or preventing backlash, this approach can be a form of political resistance in itself — focusing instead on less controversial issues that could still benefit their communities.
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Moving away from their original land and people: This option seems more about adaptation to circumstances rather than direct political resistance. While some indigenous individuals and communities may relocate for various reasons (economic opportunity, escaping conflict, etc.), this does not typically represent a collective political resistance strategy.
Overall, the most significant and recognized forms of political resistance involve working within international frameworks like the UN and advocating for rights and recognition without compromising cultural identities.