RRI’s comments on a proposed World Bank Environmental and Social Framework—currently undergoing consultations—emphasized that the draft weakens protections for Indigenous Peoples and local communities that hold customary land rights. The comments identified areas where the proposed safeguards increase the risk that Bank projects could harm communities. If RRI’s comments influence this draft, the Bank’s substantial investment portfolio would be less likely to have adverse impacts on Indigenous Peoples’ and local communities’ land rights. Improved safeguards could also influence other major funding institutions and governments to improve their own standards to align with practices championed by the Bank.