Honoring Indigenous Culture: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day and Advocating for a Just Future
Indigenous Peoples Day was celebrated across the United States with various events and ceremonies honoring Native American cultures. Sunrise gatherings, marches, dances, speeches, and traditional performances took place in cities such as Minneapolis, Seattle, Phoenix, and Anchorage. The day, officially recognized by President Joe Biden, aims to honor the country's first inhabitants and the thriving Tribal Nations. Many states and cities have shifted from celebrating Christopher Columbus to recognizing the lives and cultures impacted by colonialism. The celebrations highlight the importance of recognizing and respecting Indigenous peoples' contributions and history.