International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
On 9 August the UN raises awareness of the rights and needs of Indigenous Peoples around the world.
- UK
- USA
- International
OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
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Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
The United Nations marks the day every 9 August. The date recalls the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations in Geneva in 1982.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Monday 9 August 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Wednesday 9 August 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Thursday 9 August 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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