International Day of Indigenous Peoples

What is being an Indigenous Person mean? Indigenous Peoples are inheritors and practitioners of unique cultures and ways of relating to people and the environment. They have retained social, cultural, economic, and political characteristics that are distinct from those of the dominant societies in which they live. Despite their cultural differences, indigenous peoples from around the world share common problems related to the protection of their rights as distinct peoples.

The purpose of this post is to recognize, educate and expose the public on issues of concern, to mobilize political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity.

Resources:

• https://www.un.org/en/observances/indigenous-day/resources

• FAO - Indigenous peoples
• State of the World's Indigenous Peoples, Vol I
• Conflict, peace and resolution