commissioned a report “to present the Alaska Mining Impacts Network’s (AKMIN) collective vision of meaningful and equitable consent-based decision-making in mining projects.” The resulting Consent Analysis Report exclusive uses the IRMA Standard as a reference for FPIC in voluntary standards. For example,

“Internationally, UNDRIP clearly establishes FPIC principles […] The Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) integrates FPIC into voluntary certification standards, setting ethical benchmarks for corporate accountability in mining projects. Together, these frameworks illustrate the varied landscape of consultation and consent, emphasizing the need for clear definitions, strong enforcement, and authentic engagement to protect Indigenous rights and support genuine community decision-making.”