× Information on this section of ECOLEX comes from the InforMEA Portal which compiled information from MEA Secretariats with the support of the European Union. The accuracy of the information displayed is the responsibility of the originating data source. In case of discrepancy the information as displayed on the respective MEA website prevails. Indigenous peoples and local communities* Document type Decision Reference number 20.32 Date Dec 5, 2025 SourceUNEP, InforMEA Status Active Subject Wild species & ecosystems Treaty Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (Mar 3, 1973) Meeting Twentieth meeting of the Conference of the Parties Website cites.org Abstract Decision directed to PartiesParties are invited to: a) consider using the non-binding Guidance on consulting with indigenous peoples and local communities* on proposals to amend the Appendices, as appropriate to their national circumstances, when preparing for the 21st meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP21); b) consider funding, facilitating or otherwise supporting the consultation taking place within the range State, including supporting the cost of translation and interpretation to local languages; and c) share their views and experiences in using the non-binding Guidance on consulting indigenous peoples and local communities* on proposals to amend the Appendices.