Indigenous Peoples and Maroons in Suriname

This study provides a concise analysis of the current challenges facing Indigenous and Maroon communities in Suriname and provides recommendations for possible Bank support. Despite the paucity of data and statistical information related to these groups, the findings suggest that the extreme geographical challenges and social exclusion experienced by the Indigenous and Maroon communities have affected negatively their general levels of social and economic development. Thus, the study recommends addressing some core regulatory gaps: land tenure, legal frameworks and regulations, and improving social indicators. This note includes: a description and analysis of the issues related to the current socio-economic and legal status of indigenous peoples and maroons; analysis of the Bank's existing portfolio and the portfolio of other international donors; analysis of consultation processes being developed with these groups; and policy recommendations regarding how to address the most important issues that affect these communities

Indigenous Peoples and Maroons in Suriname

This study provides a concise analysis of the current challenges facing Indigenous and Maroon communities in Suriname and provides recommendations for possible Bank support. Despite the paucity of data and statistical information related to these groups, the findings suggest that the extreme geographical challenges and social exclusion experienced by the Indigenous and Maroon communities have affected negatively their general levels of social and economic development. Thus, the study recommends addressing some core regulatory gaps: land tenure, legal frameworks and regulations, and improving social indicators. This note includes: a description and analysis of the issues related to the current socio-economic and legal status of indigenous peoples and maroons; analysis of the Bank's existing portfolio and the portfolio of other international donors; analysis of consultation processes being developed with these groups; and policy recommendations regarding how to address the most important issues that affect these communities.Afro Descendents & Indigenous Peoples, Indigenous people in Suriname

Towards a Sustainable and Efficient State: The Development Agenda of Belize

Towards a Sustainable and Efficient State: The Development Agenda of Belize represents a tangible expression of the Inter-American Development Bank's commitment to generating knowledge as part of its assistance to its borrowing member countries and illustrates the Bank's willingness to accompany Belize in its efforts to overcome its development challenges. This intellectual contribution to some of the most important issues regarding Belize's economic and social development is directed primarily at two audiences. First, it is directed at Belizean policymakers, offering a technical and internationally comparative perspective. Second, it is aimed at the wider public who are interested in Belize's economic and social development but who find little material available on the subject.