Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization (UNPO)

Our mission is to provide a platform of solidarity and knowledge exchange for unrepresented peoples worldwide while fostering dialogues with the international community to collaboratively advance a peaceful, democratic, equitable, and sustainable world.

We envision a world where the voices of all peoples and nations are heard, valued, and respected – a world where fundamental rights, including the freedom to determine political status and the pursuit of economic, social, and cultural development, are upheld for everyone.

UNPO believes that true universal peace and development are built on the pillars of solidarity, respect, cooperation, and friendship among all Peoples and Nations. Our vision is a future where peoples and nations thrive under systems of governance that honor fundamental human rights.

This future ensures full and equal participation, empowering all nations and peoples to fully realize their potential within a fair and equitable society. It embraces diversity, encourages positive exchanges and dialogues, and upholds justice within sustainable, democratic, and pluralistic societies.

The Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization (UNPO) is both a foundation and an international platform of solidarity established to promote the voices of unrepresented peoples worldwide and protect their fundamental rights and, particularly, their right to fully participate in decision-making processes and freely determine their own destiny. We currently represent over 40 communities from across the world committed to the protection of unrepresented peoples’ fundamental rights. UNPO is dedicated to amplifying the voices of marginalized and oppressed communities worldwide, championing their rights, and fostering meaningful dialogue towards a more inclusive and equitable global society.

UNPO was formed on 11 February 1991 in The Hague, Netherlands, and its members consist of Nations and Peoples including indigenous peoples, minority communities, and unrecognized or occupied territories. To support and coordinate UNPO membership, a Stichting (Dutch Foundation) was established. The Stichting UNPO is led by a Secretary General who advises and works with the UNPO membership, via the elected Presidency, to develop and implement the organization’s strategies.