Long Hair in Native American Culture
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Long Hair in Native American Culture

Many cultures around the world, from Native Americans to Sikhs, believe that hair has a special significance. Cultural beliefs about our hair and how it can affect us go back as far as recorded history. Many ancient cultures believed there is power in uncut hair.

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The Indigenous Movement
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The Indigenous Movement

2007 was a watershed year for Indigenous rights. On September 13th, the United Nations adopted the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and it has since been ratified by 143 countries. While the Declaration is not legally binding, it sets a global standard for the treatment of Indigenous Peoples. This was a vital step in securing Indigenous rights worldwide.

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Working With Indigenous/Native American Patients
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Working With Indigenous/Native American Patients

There are 3 million indigenous people in the United States, belonging to more than five hundred federally recognized nations. It’s important to remember that today Indigenous peoples mostly live in urban centers, rather than reservations, and are a heterogeneous group, representing hundreds of nations each with their own cultural practices and history.

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Who are Indigenous Australians?
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Who are Indigenous Australians?

We believe it's important for Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians to understand each other better, beyond myths and stereotypes. So first things first, who are Indigenous Australians?

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Indigenous peoples' rights in Brazil
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Indigenous peoples' rights in Brazil

There are 896,917 indigenous persons in Brazil, distributed among 305 ethnic groups. The main challenge for indigenous people is the threat that new indigenous territories will no longer be established.

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Why Indigenous Rights Need Improvement Throughout The World
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Why Indigenous Rights Need Improvement Throughout The World

Humans have been known to discriminate against others because of differences in culture and identity, and this discrimination often fuels conflict. One may think that this would not be the case, as our world is graced with the presence of indigenous populations that actively contribute to the celebration of life through their music, art, languages and knowledge. However, we live in a world that struggles to accept disparity between people.

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Arctic Indigenous Peoples
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Arctic Indigenous Peoples

Indigenous peoples have inhabited the Arctic for thousands of years. The proportion indigenous people is estimated to be about 10 percent of total population living in arctic areas. There are over 40 different ethnic groups living in the Arctic.

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