The document presents "La Cuarta Vía", which is described as an Indigenous contribution to building sustainable and harmonious prosperity in the Americas. It began as a process of consultation with Indigenous leaders and communities across North America in 2001. The Cuarta Vía is presented as a sacred path to end cycles of violence and poverty, and help build harmony and sustainability. It is rooted in Indigenous prophecies and teachings from before European arrival. The document provides context around globalization, rising Indigenous political power in South America, and the challenges Indigenous peoples continue to face.