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Internationally Recognized Days other days   August 9: International Day of the World’s Indigenous People There are an estimated 370 million indigenous people in more than 70 countries worldwide. Despite their cultural differences, the various groups of indigenous peoples around the world share common difficulties, which include lack of basic healthcare, limited access to education, loss of control over land, abject poverty, displacement, human rights violations, and economic and social marginalization. Indigenous people are arguably among the most disadvantaged and vulnerable groups of people in the world today. By celebrating International Day for the World’s Indigenous People, the international community recognizes that special measures are required to protect their rights. The day also seeks to strengthen international cooperation in solving problems faced by indigenous people. Search TIG for International Day of the World’s Indigenous People Visit the official website for 'International Day of the World’s Indigenous People ' Send an e-card... Visit our featured theme page! In celebration of this year’s International Day of the World’s Indigenous People, we invite you to visit our featured theme page on Indigenous Peoples. There, you can learn more about the common problems they face, discuss these issues with other TakingITGlobal members and read interviews with young people from Indigenous communities! Participate here... Check out other tools on the Site Map