This report provides guidance for planetGOLD artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) entities to conform with that of the second criterion listed. This criterion requires ASGM entities to consult with and seek free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) from any Indigenous or tribal community whose rights or lands may be impacted. The planetGOLD programme acknowledges the right of Indigenous and tribal communities to withhold consent and where situations may not involve Indigenous Peoples, the programme stresses the practice of inclusion with ongoing community consultation and agreementmaking.