How to do note: Seeking, free, prior and informed consent in IFAD investment projects
How to do note: Seeking, free, prior and informed consent in IFAD investment projects
October 2021
Free, prior and informed consent (FPIC) is an operational instrument that empowers local and indigenous peoples’ communities, ensuring mutual respect and full and effective participation in decision-making on proposed investment and development programmes that may affect their rights, their access to lands, territories and resources, and their livelihoods.
This note offers practical guidance for IFAD staff, consultants and in-country partners for seeking FPIC in the design and implementation of IFAD-funded projects and programmes, in compliance with IFAD policies and procedures.

Topics
Land, Indigenous peoples, Climate and environment