text: constructive approach they hid adopted toward their work and for the positive results attained at the first session. 275- The right to internol autonomy on indigenous populations as well as their right to maintain their own religion, language, cultural traditions, social systems and way of liftf was stressed. It was further observed that indigenous populations and groups should not be subjected to discrimination in raspect of rights or claims to land, property or natural resources. 276. In the opinion of several speakers, the report of the Working Group fully reflected the complex and delicate discussion which took place during the session of that Working Group and that a genuine dialogue involving exchanges of views and experiences of representatives of indigenous populations and of Governments should be stimulated. In that connsction, mention was made of the material provided by organizations representing indigenous groups and by NGOs in general and the crucial role of those organizations was emphasized by many speakers. It was also agreed that the Working Group should be accessible to representatives of indigenous groups. 277« Reference was made in the debate '^o the plight of indigenous populations in sorae countries. It was said that such situations required urgent action on the part of the Sub-Commission. Some: speakers referred to one legislative, administrative and other measures taken in their respective countries, as regards indigenous populations. Mention was made of the intergovernmental working group set up, in 1979. by the Nordic countries with a view to promoting the rights of the indigenous populations. Reference was also made to the activities of the ILO and, in particular, to several projects of technical co-operation undertaken by that organization in some countries. 278. Some speakers suggested the establishment of a fund in order to allow representatives of indigenous populations to come to Geneva to participate in the
analysis: The text appears to be discussing the rights and autonomy of indigenous populations, including their cultural traditions, language, and way of life. It also mentions the importance of dialogue and cooperation between governments and indigenous groups, as well as the role of international organizations such as the ILO. Given the focus on human rights and cultural preservation, it is likely that the text falls under the categories related to culture and humanitarian aid.