In Brazil, Indigenous leader proves unlikely ally in Bolsonaro's mining drive
Irisnaide Silva leads one of two main Indigenous groups in the Amazonian state of Roraima. Many see her as a traitor manipulated by intruders keen to grab lands and resources.
New Zealand Maori leader ejected from Parliament for not wearing a necktie
Rawiri Waititi said forcing him to a Western dress code was a breach of his rights and an attempt to suppress indigenous culture.
Thousands of Australians defy virus rules to mark 'Invasion Day'
The celebration of the origins of the modern nation is a time of mourning for Indigenous Australians.
With progressive politics on march in New Zealand, Maori minister blazes new trails
Nanaia Mahuta's excitement reflects a global desire among progressives for a shift away from the chauvinist, right-wing populism that has shaped the past four years in some countries.
Diverse New Zealand Cabinet includes tattooed Maori foreign minister and gay deputy PM
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern unveiled what she called an "incredibly diverse" Cabinet Monday that includes New Zealand's first openly gay deputy prime minister and a foreign minister with a Maori facial tattoo. The center-left leader revamped her ministerial line-up in the wake of a landslide ...
The Ainu language and the global movement for indigenous rights
With the Ainu language considered to be on the brink of extinction, global connections are breathing new life into revitalization efforts.
Japan among 39 nations calling on China to respect Uighur human rights
A rights group praised the fact that so many countries signed the declaration "despite China's persistent threats and intimidation tactics against those who speak out."
Australia's miners carve themselves an ugly heritage
Digging iron ore out of the ground and carrying it to port inevitably involves conflicts between miners and the Aboriginal traditional owners.
Indigenous artifacts found on the seabed do not enjoy the same protection as the wrecks of ships or aircraft.
Ainu group's fishing lawsuit is first to seek confirmation of indigenous rights
A group representing the ethnic minority in northern Japan is seeking an exemption from a ban on the commercial fishing of salmon in rivers.
The 8,600-square-meter museum, a park and a memorial make up the complex named Upopoy, which means "singing in a large group" in the Ainu language.
