By Mariana Kiimi (Ñuu Savi, CS Staff)
On April 25th and 26th, 2026, Cultural Survival attended the Historic 2nd Global Summit on Indigenous Peacebuilding in New York, co-organized by the Global Network of Indigenous Peacebuilders, Mediators and Negotiators & partner organizations
By Linda Ravolatsara (CS Intern)
The World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development highlights the importance of cultural diversity as a foundation for inclusive societies, community dialogue, and sustainable development. For organizations working closely with Indigenous Peoples, this day is also an opportunity to reflect on how cultural diversity is applied in practical ways through community-led initiatives.
By Thais Pellosi (CS Staff)
By Byron Tenesaca Guaman (Kañari Kichwa, CS Staff)
On April 20-May 1, 2026, the 25th session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) took place.
Remarks on the Rights of Disabled Indigenous People
25th Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
Jen Deerinwater, Founding Executive Director, Crushing Colonialism
April 24, 2026
States, Companies, and International Human Rights Bodies Must Defend Indigenous Land Defenders: Cultural Survival Calls for Action to Protect Indigenous Defenders in New “Defending the Land, Paying with Life” Report
April 22, 2026 – NEW YORK, NY — Cultural Survival and the “Nihizhi” Podcast are joining forces to amplify Indigenous voices through a new podcast.
On April 20-May 1, 2026, the 25th session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) will take place at the UN Headquarters in New York. This year’s session theme will focus on "Ensuring Indigenous Peoples’ health, including in the context of conflict.”
Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are headquartered on Massachusett land, in Cambridge, MA, and we thank the past, current, and future Indigenous stewards of this territory.
