The Bahá'í International Communitys delegate to the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues [ http://www.un.org//esa/socdev/unpfii/...], Professor Steven Gonzales (Phoenix International School of Law) reflected on the evolution of the Forum and the insights gained from participation at this unique UN Forum. At its 9th Session [link to http://www.un.org/esa/socdev/unpfii/e...] (19-30 April), the Forum considered the theme of indigenous peoples development with culture and identity.