"Indigenous people and their communities and other local communities have a vital role in environmental management and development because of their knowledge and traditional practices. States should recognize and duly support their identity, culture and interests and enable their effective participation in the achievement of sustainable development."
Rio Declaration on Environment and Development 1992
The Rio Declaration on Environment and Development by 
Aboriginal Title : the modern jurisprudence of tribal land rights by 
Indigenous Peoples, Title to Territory and Resources by