holidays

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples (United Nations)

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples

Annual observation created by the United Nations

The International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples is observed on 9 August each year to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world's indigenous population. This event also recognizes the achievements and contributions that indigenous people make to improve world…
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United Nations

Intergovernmental organization

The United Nations (UN) is the global intergovernmental organization established by the signing of the UN Charter on 26 June 1945 with the articulated mission of maintaining international peace and security, to develop friendly relations among states, to promote international…
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August 9

Day of the year

August 9 is the 221st day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 144 days remain until the end of the year.
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