Allegation Letter regarding Systemic Discrimination against Indigenous Peoples in Brazil (19 January 2022)

Subject: Information received concerning allegations of systemic and structural discrimination against indigenous peoples in Brazil, reportedly exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. These alleged policies and practices are considered violations of Brazil's obligations under international law, including the ICESCR, ICCPR, ICERD, DDPA, and UNDRIP. Reports indicate an increase in racial discrimination and violence against indigenous peoples, worsened by responses to the pandemic.