International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples observed on August 9 with 2026 theme 'Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being'

Key facts

• The International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples is observed on August 9 every year.
• The theme for 2026 is 'Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being'.
• The Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact (AIPP) issued a statement on the occasion, representing member organizations across 14 Asian countries.
• Article 24 of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) affirms the right of Indigenous Peoples to their own medicines and health practices, including conservation of medicinal plants, animals and minerals.