Strengthening GEF Support for Indigenous Peoples: Issues of Governance, Project Design, Financial Access, and Livelihood Benefits - A STAP Information Note

This information note examines ways to strengthen Global Environment Facility support for Indigenous Peoples. It draws on literature, project reviews, and consultations to identify challenges and opportunities. The document focuses on governance, project design, financial access, and livelihood benefits, presenting recommendations on knowledge integration, rights and consent, participation, co-design, and financing approaches. It also highlights lessons from existing initiatives on Indigenous engagement, safeguards, monitoring, and implementation.