International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is commemorated on August 9 each year to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world’s Indigenous population. The day recognizes the ...

In order to raise awareness of the needs of these population groups, every 9 August commemorates the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. This date, adopted in December 1994 by UN ...

Indigenous Peoples’ Day — a holiday that came about as an alternative to Columbus Day — is a chance to reflect on how the US has treated Indigenous people and fight for a better future.

ALBAWABA The International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples is observed annually on August 9th. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in December 1994, this day marks the first ...

Coinciding with the International Day of Indigenous Peoples, August 9, researchers involved with a study of Indigenous peoples’ and local communities’ in-depth knowledge of climate change ...

Here is a look at why it's called Indigenous Peoples Day, the history behind it and how people celebrate.

The observance of Indigenous People’s Day originated at a United Nations-sponsored international conference on discrimination in 1977.

Monday is Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day. The explorer had a violent history among Native Americans, and many say we should honor them.

A holiday like International Day of the World’s Indigenous People is important to me because I want to see others celebrate the achievements of my family and my tribe. I view August 9 as an ...

Every year August 9 is observed as International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. The day aims to raise awareness regarding the needs of indigenous population groups.

Indigenous Peoples' Day came about as an alternative to Columbus Day To understand the history of Indigenous Peoples' Day, it's important to understand how Columbus Day came about.