During the UNPFII, Indigenous leaders spotlighted the critical issues facing Indigenous women globally. Applause followed many speeches, but a statement by U.S. counselor Edward Heartney, praising Trumpâs initiatives for Indigenous women, was met with silence. The contrast revealed a divide between U.S. assertions of support and actual Indigenous perspectives. Discussions included successes from countries like Chile, which passed laws against gender-based violence, and Mexico declaring 2025 as the Year of the Indigenous Woman, showcasing existing efforts to uplift Indigenous communities.
"The United States remains committed to promoting the rights and well-being of Indigenous women and girls," said Heartney, emphasizing a gap between U.S. claims and Indigenous leaders' concerns.
Chile, for example, has adopted laws against gender-based violence and has a new law going through Parliament that aims to protect cultural heritage, showcasing positive steps by some countries.
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