Kené: Art and Ancestral Legacy in Search of Legal Protection
Guillermo Melgarejo of Colmenares & Asociados reflects on the urgent need to reinforce the regulatory framework for protecting the traditional knowledge of Indigenous peoples in Peru, following the controversy sparked by the statements of a fashion designer who suggested that its use should be free.
This article explores the legal gaps that Indigenous communities face in protecting their artistic heritage, such as Kené designs, from unauthorized or inappropriate use. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and safeguarding collective ownership of ancestral knowledge.
Download the full article published in the 2025 GLOBAL IP DIRECTORY, to understand the urgent need to protect Indigenous traditional knowledge in Peru.
