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Indigenous Knowledge and Bioprospecting International Conference April 21-24, 2004 Macquarie University, Sydney Australia
Co-Hosted by:
Association for Baha'i Studies Australia
Warawara Department of Indigenous Studies
Department of Health & Chiropractic
The Centre for Biodiversity and Bioresources
Centre for Research on Social Inclusion
Approximately 25% of the worlds pharmaceutical products find a significant degree of origin in Indigenous communities. This represents more than a 200 billion dollar share of the global market. There has been no specifically organised forum in Australia for Indigenous peoples to consult on positive responses to this situation. Such a consultation is also timely considering that 2004 marks the end of the "International Decade of the World's Indigenous People" (1995-2004). It is hoped that the dialogue established at this conference will stimulate focus on important roles that Indigenous Peoples have in contributing to the formulation of our civilization and the relationships that underpin sustainable use of technological capacities.
This conference, Indigenous Knowledge and Bioprospecting, will provide a forum where Indigenous peoples, scientists, and lawmakers will consult about this situation. The consultation will focus on three key areas related to Indigenous Knowledge and Bioprospecting.
- Respond to Indigenous Needs
- Value Indigenous Knowledge
- Enhance Biocultural Diversity
For further information see the conference website at: