International Day of the World’s Indigenous Women and Girls 2027
Sunday 5 September 2027
Dates can vary from year to year, so check the organiser’s website for the latest details.
World's Indigenous Women and Girls Day on 5 September recognises the rights, leadership, knowledge and contributions of Indigenous women and girls.
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Dates and event details
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Women and Girls 2026 was on Saturday 5 September 2026. The next International Day of the World’s Indigenous Women and Girls is on Sunday 5 September 2027.
| Date status | Date calculated from a fixed annual pattern |
|---|---|
| Date-check source | United Nations / relevant organiser |
| Where | International |
What is the day about?
A respectful local activity should be informed by the relevant Indigenous people and organisations rather than treating a global observance as permission to reproduce a tradition. Communities, histories and priorities differ. Begin with an appropriate source or partnership and let contributors determine the scope of what they wish to share.
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Women and Girls takes place on 5 September 2027. This international observance recognises the rights, leadership, knowledge and contributions of Indigenous women and girls. It offers schools, organisations and communities a focused occasion for suitable learning and practical activity.
Date and official background
The annual date is 5 September. The 2027 occurrence follows that fixed annual rule. No unannounced 2027 theme or event programme is assumed. See the official source for background and resources.
The General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/80/10 on 26 November 2025, proclaiming 5 September every year. The resolution recognises contributions to sustainable development, culture, languages, biodiversity and other areas, alongside the importance of participation in decisions. The day is distinct from the broader International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples on 9 August.
Ideas for schools and organisations
The following are original editorial planning suggestions to adapt to your audience, rather than an official programme.
- Use an Indigenous-created resource. Choose material whose creator, community context and permissions are clear. Ask learners to identify the specific perspective rather than generalising to all Indigenous women.
- Commission a relevant contribution. Invite a willing speaker, artist or educator, agree their topic and pay for their work. Discuss access, recording and reuse before announcing the event.
- Review representation. Examine a reading list, display or event programme and ask whose work it includes. Identify a concrete improvement with appropriate consultation.
- Connect knowledge with context. Explore a documented project or cultural work through its own sources. Respect limits on the sharing of knowledge and avoid presenting a classroom activity as a reproduction of a ceremony.
Planning and participation
Schools can prepare questions about authorship, evidence and the way a source describes itself. A library can improve the visibility of relevant writers while retaining accurate catalogue information. These activities should support further learning rather than expecting a guest to explain every issue affecting Indigenous communities.
Use names, terms and images in line with contributors’ preferences and the relevant source. A photograph from one community should not be used to stand for all Indigenous Peoples. Check whether permission covers the specific display, recording or social media use you propose.
Official information
The date and factual background were checked against official organiser or UN-system information on 23 October 2026. Check new announcements before using edition-specific themes or programmes. Practical activities here are editorial suggestions.
