Today’s Greatitude

World Indigenous People’s Day

The International Day of the World’s Indigenous People today pays tribute to the indigenous communities of the world.

The latest data reveals that there are about 370 to 500 million indigenous people living in 90 countries. These communities are noted to have their own unique set of languages, traditions, cultures, and governing systems. For many indigenous groups, the systems that their ancestors have followed for centuries have stood the test of time.

Many indigenous people’s special bond and connection with nature have also led to the protection of the general environment. Indigenous people form an essential and crucial part of not only our planet’s history, but also how human beings have come to make systems to lead fruitful lives.

The indigenous people’s cultures, customs, and traditions are interesting to learn about for their uniqueness and for what they teach us about the universe and the bigger picture.  Something to be especially grateful for and to celebrate every day not just today!