International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples Observed

# International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples Observed ### Why in News? The International Day of the **World's Indigenous Peoples** was observed on August 9 to highlight the rights, cultures and well-being of indigenous communities worldwide. ### Why is August 9 observed? - The date commemorates the first meeting of the **UN** Working Group on **Indigenous Populations** in **1982**. - The United Nations General Assembly formally established the observance in **1994**. - It should not be confused with the International Day of **Older Persons** or other **UN** observances with similar awareness objectives. ### Exam Connect - International Day of the **World’s Indigenous Peoples** → August 9 - **Established by** → **UN** General Assembly in **1994**