Protection of Human Rights for Indigenous Peoples in the Digital Realm

Abstract

In the increasingly advanced digital era, protecting the human rights of indigenous peoples is an increasingly urgent issue to be discussed. Customary law communities are vulnerable to various new risks and challenges that arise in the context of information and communication technology. The aim of this research is to discuss the importance of ensuring that human rights, including the rights of indigenous peoples, are recognized, respected and protected in the digital realm. This includes protecting privacy, freedom of expression, and upholding local wisdom and culture. This research method is descriptive analysis, with data collection techniques in writing this article carried out using library research. The results of this research provide the basis for policy recommendations aimed at improving human rights protection for indigenous peoples in the digital realm. We also highlight the importance of education and advocacy in raising awareness of these issues among indigenous peoples and other relevant parties. It is hoped that this research can make a significant contribution in strengthening human rights protection for indigenous peoples in the ever-growing digital era. Thus, protecting the human rights of indigenous peoples in the digital realm becomes an integral part of efforts to create an inclusive, just and civilized digital environment for all parties.