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For Indigenous peoples, conflict means so much more than war

Indigenous leaders say true peace requires self-determination and respect for their rights.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 — Native historians elevate overlooked history in the wake of America250 celebrations

Fifteen days after the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, the new nation signed its first international treaty with the Wolastoqey and Mi'kmaq Nations of present-day Main...

Indigenous cultural practices are a climate solution, report finds

Indigenous lands are recognized as crucial for climate mitigation and resilience. New research shows their health is a direct result of the people who inhabit and steward them.

Looking at the history of the First Americans as the country celebrates its 250th birthday

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, members of the country's Indigenous communities explain what the holiday means for them.

Looking at the history of the First Americans as the country celebrates its 250th birthday

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, members of the country's Indigenous communities explain what the holiday means for them.

America’s Indigenous Legacy

The Potomac isn't just the name of a river, it's part of a much older story. Al Jazeera's Emma Withrow explains.

Indigenous, church leaders hold 'knowledge-sharing' meeting on 'Doctrine of Discovery'

As the Indigenous people of Canada and the United States continue to fight for self-governance and for control of their traditional territories, many of them point to the Catholic...

Report finds Indigenous cultural practices are a climate solution

Indigenous lands are crucial for climate mitigation and resilience. Research shows their health is a direct result of Indigenous stewardship.

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MДЃori climate risk worsened by colonization, report finds

A sweeping national climate assessment argues that exclusion from decision-making has amplified Indigenous vulnerability to floods, storms, and erosion.

Indigenous lands outperform government protected areas

Despite shortfalls in funding, studies show these areas are better at managing biodiversity and carbon storage The post Indigenous lands outperform government protected areas appea...

The Indigenous Heritage That Grows in Our Gardens

June 21, 2026, marks the 30th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Across Canada, this day is an opportunity toContinue Reading The post The Indigenous Heritage That Gro...

Indigenous History & the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada – What’s Old is News

By Sean Graham This week, I talk with Cody Groat, author of Always Part of the Land: The Federal Commemoration of Indigenous Histories. We discuss the Historic Sites and Monuments...

Indigenous Data Sovereignty

A look at the Revolutionary War through Native eyes

New video kiosks bring Indigenous voices to Revolutionary history at Ganondagan.

Australia establishes the first Sea Country Indigenous Protected Area

Founder’s Briefs: An occasional series where Mongabay founder Rhett Ayers Butler shares analysis, perspectives and story summaries. For the Karajarri people of Kimberley in northwe...

Native Influences on America

Native American cultures are imbued with democratic, environmental, and spiritual principles that now permeate modern American culture and others around the world.

One of the world's oldest 'art galleries' lives on the rock faces of this Australian cultural site. These people have sw...

The songlines at Murujuga hold ancient lessons from Indigenous communities that occupied the land centuries ago.

Communities mark Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Events are being held across the country to mark the 30th National Indigenous Peoples' Day — meant to honour the culture and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.

A Reconciliation Journey: The History of First Nations Park Rangers in South Australia

With hands-on expertise, First Nations people have been caring for Country in a professional capacity for decades as park rangers. The post A Reconciliation Journey: The History of...

Jesuit says Brazil state’s milestone missions anniversary gives short shrift to key Indigenous group

Anniversary events have largely overlooked the central protagonists of the history being commemorated: the Guarani communities that still exist and continue to face numerous challe...

Despite recent advances, Colombia’s Indigenous groups face uncertain future

In December 2025, Colombian President Gustavo Petro formally recognized the first eight Indigenous Territorial Entities (ETIs) in the Colombian Amazon. The post Despite recent adva...

Indigenous Australians were the world's first astronomers. But their knowledge is now at risk

I'm a proud Yorta Yorta and Barapa Barapa man, an Indigenous astronomer and a trainee ecologist. When I look at the night sky, I don't just see stars. Instead, I see an ancient kno...

Mexico Begins Consultation with 16,728 Communities on Landmark Indigenous Rights Law

Mexico has begun consulting 16,728 Indigenous and Afro-Mexican communities on a landmark rights law intended to implement constitutional reforms recognizing self-determination, leg...