Decree ruling on the National Commission for Sustainable Development of Traditional Communities. Country/Territory Brazil Document type Regulation Date 2006 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen. Keyword Institution Geographical area Americas, South America Entry into force notes This Decree enters into force on the date of its publication. Abstract This Decree, composed of 11 articles, re-defines the mission, competences and denomination of the National Commission for Sustainable Development of Traditional Communities, previously regulated by Decree of 27 December 2004. The Commission is the body in charge for formulating and supporting the implementation of the national Policy for Sustainable Development of Traditional Communities. The Decree devotes particular attention to the composition and membership criteria. Full text Portuguese Website www.senado.gov.br References - Legislation Repealed by Decree No. 8.750 creating the National Council of Traditional People and Communities. Legislation | Brazil Keyword: Institution, Traditional knowledge/indigenous knowledge, Traditional rights/customary rights, Cultural heritage, Sustainable development Source: FAO, FAOLEX