Deaths: Matriarch of the Sagi Jacu village was a symbol of resistance
Ivanira dos Santos da Silva, a matriarch of the Sagi Jacu village, became a symbol of indigenous resistance in Brazil as her community fights for land demarcation amidst real estate speculation and agribusiness threats.
Queensland government ‘opens old wounds’ as police officer criticised after Palm Island riots appointed to Legal Aid board
The Queensland government has faced backlash for appointing a police officer involved in the controversial Palm Island riots to the Legal Aid board, reigniting trauma for the First Nations community.
Benito Juárez, the Admired and Denounced First Indigenous President of Mexico
Benito Juárez, an important figure in Mexican history, rose from a Zapotec indigenous community to become the first indigenous president of Mexico, where he modernized the nation and laid the foundations for its institutions.
The Right to Education at Stake
The Pirituba Subprefecture in São Paulo has closed a school on Indigenous land due to imminent collapse risk, highlighting long-standing safety issues and the impact on the community's cultural identity.
Elderly man sentenced to over 129 years for the rape of 9 children in an indigenous community of Tapajós
An elderly man was sentenced to over 129 years in prison for the rape of nine children from a Solimões indigenous community in the Tapajós region of Santarém, Brazil.
Ayuso contradicts the King on conquest: 'Abuses were those committed by Aztecs and Mayans against the indigenous population'
Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid, disagrees with King Felipe VI's acknowledgment of abuses during the Spanish conquest of America, asserting that similar abuses were committed by the Aztecs and Mayans against indigenous peoples.
Federation Council to remove Indigenous flags from chamber
The Federation Council in New South Wales has decided to remove Indigenous flags from its chambers despite significant community support to keep them.
Son-in-law arrested on suspicion of raping mother-in-law while she slept in Alto Alegre
A young man was arrested in Alto Alegre, Brazil, suspected of raping his mother-in-law while she was asleep.
Five people are arrested in operation against drug trafficking in the indigenous village of Jenipapo dos Vieiras
Five individuals were arrested during a police operation targeting drug trafficking in the indigenous community of Jenipapo dos Vieiras, Brazil.
Ecuador's Government Provides 10,000 Scholarships and Allocates $1.3 Million for 12 Productive Projects for Peoples and Nationalities
The Ecuadorian government has launched a program providing 10,000 scholarships and funding for community projects worth over $1.3 million in an event attended by President Daniel Noboa.
Burnt Hands and Child Labor: Challenges of Craft Production of Cashew Nuts in Rio Grande do Norte
The article discusses the significant challenges faced by small producers of cashew nuts in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, including child labor and the lack of protective equipment which leads to injuries among workers.
Métis cabaret 'Rubaboo' at Persephone Theatre celebrates Indigenous culture
The 'Rubaboo' cabaret at Persephone Theatre in Canada showcases Métis culture and aims to bridge understanding between communities.
Exhibition claiming 'Ainu are not indigenous people' troubles Sapporo city management
An upcoming exhibition in Sapporo that asserts the Ainu people are not indigenous has led to concerns and protests from the Ainu community.
Police investigate the death of Indigenous Xerente in a hospital in Tocantins
The police are investigating the death of a 16-year-old Indigenous girl from the Xerente community, who died after being hospitalized in Tocantins under suspicious circumstances.
Pilbara artist's work taken on 5,000km road trip for Sydney show
Wendy Hubert's Indigenous artworks from the remote community of Ngurrawaana are showcased at the Biennale of Sydney, highlighting cultural history and challenges faced by the Yindjibarndi people.
Women from towns and nationalities were recognized for their diverse roles in their territories
Women from various communities in Ecuador were honored for their contributions to their territories on International Women's Day.
Baniwa Indigenous Woman Becomes the First Female Doctor of Her Ethnicity to Care for Her Community: 'I Came Back to Help My People'
Ilzinei da Silva, a Baniwa Indigenous woman from Amazonas, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first female doctor of her ethnicity, dedicated to improving healthcare access in her community.
‘Math ain’t mathing’: N.S. budget called out for cuts to Indigenous, Black programs
Nova Scotians protest against the provincial budget cuts that disproportionately affect Indigenous and Black community programs.
Gulf Country community in 'crisis' despite millions in funding
Residents of Mornington Island are in crisis despite receiving substantial funding, as they claim that taxpayer money is being wasted and demand systemic changes after a string of youth suicides.
Remote community families going hungry despite grocery subsidy scheme
Residents in remote communities of the Northern Territory are facing challenges in affording basic food items, even with government support through a grocery subsidy program.
Indigenous school has been under renovation for 3 years and students have classes in barracks and under trees
The Indigenous State School Índio Macuxi in the Napoleão community of Normandia, Roraima, Brazil, has been under renovation for three years, forcing students to attend classes in makeshift shelters and under trees.
PM pays tribute to 'formidable advocate' Pat Turner as she retires
Indigenous leader Pat Turner has retired from her prominent roles in First Nations organizations after decades of advocacy for Indigenous rights and health.
“Our Land”: the documentary by Lucrecia Martel about a crime and its effects on an indigenous community
Lucrecia Martel's documentary "Nuestra tierra" explores the murder of community leader Javier Chocobar in Tucumán and its profound impact on the local indigenous community.
5th annual Indigenous Business Gathering allows people to make connections
The 5th annual Indigenous Business Gathering in Saskatchewan emphasized the significance of connecting within the Indigenous community for fostering business partnerships and reconciliation.
Sergeant Tommy Prince School celebrates improvement in literacy rates
The Sergeant Tommy Prince School in Brokenhead Ojibway Nation has made notable strides in improving literacy rates among its students thanks to community involvement and targeted teaching strategies.
N.B. minerals strategy shows province is ready to ‘compete and win,’ premier says
New Brunswick's government has launched a minerals strategy to enhance the province's economy amid trade tensions, focusing on sustainable mining practices and community engagement.
Saarivuoma reindeer herding community lost in the European Court
The Saarivuoma reindeer herding community's appeal to the European Court regarding a Norwegian Supreme Court decision was rejected.
The itinerant court: justice or circus spectacle?
The Supreme Court of Mexico held a session in an indigenous community, which raised questions about its true purpose and the image it projected.
Initiative creates workshop to strengthen the protagonism of Yawanawá women in Acre
The Yawa workshop aims to preserve indigenous culture and enhance the socioeconomic development of the Yawanawá community in Acre, Brazil.
Research with biochar boosts watermelon cultivation in an indigenous community in Roraima
Biochar use is helping the Mauixi indigenous community in Brazil enhance watermelon cultivation, overcoming soil challenges and generating income.
Clara Brugada inaugurates 'Pioneers of 71' fields; asks for the World Cup to be brought to all territories
Clara Brugada inaugurated three soccer fields in San Lucas Xochimanca, emphasizing inclusivity for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.
TOOMAS TRAPIDO ⟩ Indigenous Peoples or Do We Belong to Our Land?
The article explores the concept of indigenous peoples and whether Estonians can consider themselves an indigenous people in the 21st century.
'Fresh start': Federal Court dismisses SWAMS board
The Federal Court of Australia has ordered the dismissal of the entire board of the South West Aboriginal Medical Service due to oppressive conduct in expelling members.
Community forest in Eastern DR Congo tests promise of local control amid conflict
The Yainyongo community in Eastern DR Congo has gained official rights to manage 11,000 hectares of forest, facing challenges from external companies amidst ongoing local conflict.
After indigenous protest, driver who fled accident with four deaths on PA-150 is arrested
A driver involved in a fatal accident on the PA-150 was arrested after fleeing the scene, leading to protests from the local indigenous community.
Man arrested for raping child while mother reported victim's stepfather for domestic violence in RR
A man was arrested for allegedly raping an 8-year-old girl while her mother was at the police station reporting her stepfather for domestic violence in Roraima, Brazil.
Heavy rain hits indigenous community, leaving 28 homeless in Barão de Antonina
Heavy rain in Barão de Antonina, Brazil, displaced 28 members of an indigenous community due to severe weather effects.
Mobilization enters its 2nd day and demands justice for slain indigenous leader: 'Who killed Gabriel?'
Indigenous leaders and community members in Roraima, Brazil, are demanding justice for Gabriel Ferreira Rodrigues, a young leader killed recently, gathering in a significant protest.
Man, 19, released without charge after fatal Arnhem Land stabbing
A 19-year-old man has been released without charge after the stabbing death of a 27-year-old man in Galiwin'ku, with investigations continuing into the incident involving multiple people.
STF gives 30 days for the Union to resolve the impasse between indigenous people and riverside residents in southern Roraima
The Supreme Court of Brazil has mandated a 30-day deadline for the federal government to mediate a longstanding conflict between the Waimiri Atroari indigenous community and riverside inhabitants in Roraima.
Woman has finger amputated after being attacked with a machete by another in an indigenous community in RR
A 46-year-old woman lost a finger after an attack by another woman in an indigenous community in Roraima, Brazil, driven by jealousy during a communal work event.
VIDEO: truck overturns after access road to farms and indigenous community is flooded in MT
A truck overturned on the E60 highway in northern Mato Grosso, Brazil, after heavy rains flooded the access roads to rural areas and an indigenous community.
UFPI announces selection process for indigenous peoples, quilombolas, and babaçu coconut breakers
The Federal University of Piauí has announced a new selection process for indigenous peoples, quilombolas, and babaçu coconut breakers for undergraduate courses, with seats expected to open in August.
Indigenous leader disappears in community in Amajari, Roraima
Indigenous leader Gabriel Ferreira Rodrigues has been missing since February 1, 2026, after attending an event in Amajari, Roraima.
MPF requests the blocking of R$ 60 million from Vale to finance independent studies on the contamination of the Cateté River, in PA
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) of Brazil is seeking a court order to block R$ 60 million from Vale to fund independent studies on the contamination of the Cateté River, vital to the indigenous Xikrin community.
Shopkeeper sexually abused hearing-impaired indigenous girl in Oaxaca
A 56-year-old shopkeeper was arrested for sexually abusing a nine-year-old deaf indigenous girl in Santa María Chilchotla, Oaxaca.
Geoff Clark was jailed for fraud but questions persist for community
Former ATSIC head Geoff Clark was imprisoned for fraud, but lingering legal issues continue to impact his Aboriginal community.
Indigenous children of the Duraca ethnicity receive books with stories and knowledge of their own culture in Amazonas
Indigenous children from the Duraca community in Amazonas received educational books featuring their cultural stories and knowledge.
STF authorizes mineral exploitation in indigenous lands of the Cinta Larga people
The Brazilian Supreme Court has authorized mineral exploration on the indigenous lands of the Cinta Larga people, subject to community control and environmental regulations.
Young Indigenous Man, 18, Dies After Being Hit by a Car in Community, Northern RR
An 18-year-old Indigenous man was killed after being struck by a vehicle on the RR-206 highway in Bonfim, Northern Roraima.