Indigenous Peoples

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Siraya people in traditional clothing celebrating their official recognition as Taiwan's 17th Indigenous group, with joyful expressions and cultural symbols.

Taiwan officially recognizes Siraya people as 17th Indigenous group

After three decades of relentless activism, the Siraya people were officially recognized as Taiwan's 17th Indigenous group on July 30, a landmark decision following years of legislative hurdles.

Eleanor Voss·August 13, 2026

An Indigenous elder storyteller shares ancient tales by a fire under a starry sky, with younger generations listening intently, symbolizing the passing of wisdom.

Culture

What Are Indigenous Storytelling Traditions and Why Do They Matter?

Across the globe, entire libraries of ancestral knowledge, embedded within Indigenous traditions and stories, are vanishing at an alarming rate.

Matteo Ricci·May 14, 2026