The term “traditional knowledge” is used here as shorthand for the entire field of traditional knowledge (TK), genetic resources (GRs) and traditional cultural expressions (TCEs).
A living body of knowledge that is developed, sustained and passed on from generation to generation within a community, often forming part of its cultural or spiritual identity.
Forms in which traditional culture is expressed; passed down from generation to generation, they form part of the identity and heritage of a traditional or indigenous community.
Genetic material, which are any material of plant, animal, microbial or other origin containing functional units of heredity, of actual or potential value.
Technical assistance and capacity building
Training
The Cultural Documentation and IP Management Training Program offers hands-on training for Indigenous Peoples and local communities on how to safeguard their music, performances, art, designs and other traditional cultural expressions (TCEs).
The Advanced Distance Learning Course on IP, TK and TCEs provides technical information on key concepts and international, regional and national experiences, policy options and legal mechanisms available or under consideration for intellectual property protection of traditional knowledge and traditional cultural expressions.
