Who are “Global Indigenous” People?
Who are you- the Global Indigenous People?
United Nations has no single definition of Indigenous peoples but noted that our identity is deeply rooted in self-determination with shared characteristics that unite us. From the Arctic tundra to the Kalahari Desert, from the Amazon rainforest to the islands of the Pacific, Indigenous peoples have shaped the world with deep wisdom, cultural resilience, and unbreakable connections to land and community. Yet, in academic spaces—where Indigenous voices have often been sidelined—we must reclaim our place.
This is why our Global Indigenous Drop-in Space exists.
What makes us stand out?
- Our ancestral connection to the land, and unique cultures we nurture
- Our distinct cultural practices passed down for generations.
- The historical marginalization forcing us out, but we endure.
- Self-Identification which is fundamental to our identity and sovereignty.
Your voices in our drop-in space
From the Māori of Aotearoa, the Sámi of Northern Europe, and the Mapuche of Chile, to the Inuit of the Arctic, from the Métis Nation of Ontario and British Columbia to the Nuu-chah-nulth of Vancouver Island, and the Quechua of the Andes. From San (Bushmen) of Southern Africa to the Amazigh (Berbers) of North Africa —Indigenous identities are vast and powerful.
We are the Indigenous people, we exist everywhere—and together, we are unstoppable.
Why this space?
Academia wasn’t built for us—but we are transforming it.
Our research, our knowledge, and our perspectives matter.
You should never have to navigate this journey alone.
A place where Indigenous students and faculty worldwide come together to:
- Connect & Build Community
- Share Knowledge & Ideas
- Find Mentorship & Support
- Reclaim Our Space in Academia
Your Presence is Power
When you step into this space, you’re not just attending a drop-in. You’re claiming your rightful place in a global network of Indigenous scholars.
Our Global Indigenous Drop-in Space is more than just a meeting. It’s a movement. See you there!
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