And where are the Human Rights of Indigenous Peoples?

Abstract

This article examines the situation of the indigenous peoples of Oaxaca in terms of their human rights, with the purpose and as part of the visualization required for this vulnerable group in our country, since despite being a region rich in cultural, linguistic, artistic and historical diversity as well as a significant contributor to the national identity and culture of Mexico, these peoples face systematic violations of their rights every day, to the point of being normalized by their own and foreigners.
It then analyzes from the lack of recognition of their territorial rights and marginalization; to the violence, discrimination and displacement they suffer, inquiring into the extent to which custom and legality can be separated, how this feeds political interests while ordinary people with uncertainty wonder where is the government and the people of the nation we share as home?
Finally, measures are proposed that could be implemented or improved to stabilize their situation and guarantee respect for their fundamental rights.