International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples

The International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples is a UN day held every year on 9 August. It recognises the rights, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples around the world.

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9 August is the UN International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. It recognises the rights, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples around the world, and many of the places where we live and work have Indigenous histories. To mark the day, why not spend a few minutes learning about the Indigenous peoples connected to the area where you live, or seek out books, films or art by Indigenous creators? If you would like to share a recommendation, contact [contact].

9 August is the UN International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. It recognises the rights, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples around the world, and many of the places where we live and work have Indigenous histories. To mark the day, why not spend a few minutes learning about the Indigenous peoples connected to the area where you live, or seek out books, films or art by Indigenous creators? If you would like to share a recommendation, contact [contact].

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Today is the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. A good moment to learn about the Indigenous history of the place where you live.

Today is the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. A good moment to learn about the Indigenous history of the place where you live.

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- The UN day recognises the rights, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples worldwide. - Encourage learning from Indigenous voices and creators. - Do not ask Indigenous colleagues to educate others unless they offer to.

- The UN day recognises the rights, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples worldwide.
- Encourage learning from Indigenous voices and creators.
- Do not ask Indigenous colleagues to educate others unless they offer to.

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Be respectful and specific, naming particular peoples where relevant rather than generalising. Avoid stereotypes and let Indigenous colleagues choose whether to take part.

Be respectful and specific, naming particular peoples where relevant rather than generalising. Avoid stereotypes and let Indigenous colleagues choose whether to take part.

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