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The IPAG-5 meeting focused on operationalizing the GCF Indigenous Peoples Policy, specifically regarding direct access to finance and the inclusion of Indigenous Peoples in locally led climate action. The group emphasized that simplification of access procedures must not compromise policy standards or the Cancun safeguards, particularly in REDD+ activities. Key recommendations include the development of a report on implementing specific policy paragraphs, the creation of communication materials based on studies of Indigenous-targeted funds, and the prioritization of initiatives to enhance access for the 2024–2027 period. The group also welcomed a Malaysian-led readiness proposal for a Global Indigenous Peoples Structured Dialogue intended for early 2025.

The IPAG-3 meeting focused on improving direct access to GCF funding for Indigenous Peoples, integrating indigenous knowledge into climate risk assessments, and ensuring the GCF Indigenous Peoples Policy is strictly applied in project proposals. Key outcomes include a commitment to a 2024 global structured dialogue on Indigenous Peoples, advice on staffing potential GCF regional offices with internal expertise rather than consultants, and requests for the Independent Redress Mechanism to build capacity for Indigenous Peoples on grievance mechanisms.