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August 1 is #IndigenousPeoplesDay in #Taiwan, a time to celebrate the cultural & historical diversity of Taiwan’s indigenous peoples, while recognizing their many contributions & achievements throughout society. #原住民族日
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Today we celebrate Taiwan #IndigenousPeoplesDay, remembering 8/1/94 when the Constitution was changed to recognize the indigenous status of native Taiwanese, after a long struggle by Indigenous Peoples. We are proud of our country’s history, diversity, and identity.
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Today on #IndigenousPeoplesDay, I pledged to promote use & learning of #Indigenous languages – integral to Indigenous culture & identity
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@UN_Women
Happy #IndigenousPeoplesDay!
#IndigenousWomen are keepers of scientific environmental and cultural knowledge.
Their right to self-determination and control of ancestral lands is key to preserving traditional knowledge.