| Palabrero | |
|---|---|
| Pütchipü'ü | |
 | |
| Jurisdiction | Wayuu people |
| Wayuu normative system, applied by the Pütchipü’üi (palabrero) | |
|---|---|
| Country | Colombia |
| Reference | 00435 |
| Region | Latin America and the Caribbean |
| Inscription history | |
| Inscription | 2010 (5th session) |
| List | Representative |
Apütchipü'ü, orpütche'ejachi (inWayuu, "messenger of the word";Spanish:palabrero), is the central element in the traditional administration justice system of theWayuu people. The role of a pütchipü'ü is to solve conflicts through mediation and negotiation.[1] This can include conflicts between different members or clans of the Wayuu community or with people or organizations outside the Wayuu people. This negotiation includes material compensation to be paid by the aggravating family to the aggrieved family group.
In 2010,[2] this mediation system was recognized byUNESCO as part of theIntangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.[3] This indigenous law system has been recognized by governments ofVenezuela andColombia. Thepütchipü'ui are organized by the Major Autonomous Board of Palabreros.[4]
