Ahead of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, also known as World Tribal Day, a two-day cultural festival showcasing the heritage of indigenous communities was held at Vellalar College for Women, Erode, Tamil Nadu.
About World Tribal Day:
World Tribal Day, also referred to as International Day of World’s Indigenous People, is observed on August 9 every year to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world's indigenous population.
History:
The origins of the International Day of the World's Indigenous People date back to December 1994, when the United Nations General Assembly designated 9 August for this annual observance.
This date holds symbolic significance as it marks the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations of the Subcommission on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights.
This meeting took place in Geneva in 1982.
World Tribal Day 2026 Theme: “Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being”
Key Facts:
Indigenous peoples make up less than 6% of the world's population but represent at least 15% of the extremely poor.
They are the guardians of 28% of the Earth's surface, which includes 11% of the world's forests.
Indigenous territories are home to most of the world's remaining biodiversity.
Their food systems are incredibly self-sufficient, producing 50-80% of their own food and resources.
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