International Human Rights Standards and Instruments Relevant to Indigenous Women

This article addresses the marginalization and discrimination faced by Indigenous women worldwide. The author argues that the human rights of Indigenous women, including the right to live free from violence, the right to self-determination, and the right to own property, are frequently violated in Canada and abroad. The piece addresses these issues within a human rights framework and considers the treatment of human rights under various international conventions. The author outlines key international instruments and concludes that to successfully combat human rights violations faced by Aboriginal women today, advocates must address problems on a local, national, and international level.