The complete set of safeguard principles and criteria is available at www.un-redd. These include the need for: i) comprehensive participation of Indigenous Peoples and local communities, ii) a clear protocol for the safeguard process, designed from the beginning and agreed among the stakeholders’ representatives, in) capacity building activities for Indigenous Peoples and local communities before starting the discussion of REDD+ safeguards, and iv) measures to ensure transparency and accountability shall be in place during the whole process.