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Opinion Editorial: Change Begins

October 1, 2024: Change has begun in the United Kingdom. What will be the cost of the police state to democracy?

Flashback: our opinion editorial for October, 2023.

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Reliegion

"We can never have peace unless the whole world would have total communication." Yoko Ono Lennon, 1971.

Ede People
The Ede People

August 19, 2024: Our revised photo-ethnographic essay about the indigenous Ede of Vietnam.

Huaorani People
The Huaorani People

June 17, 2024: Our revised photo-ethnographic essay about the indigenous Huaorani of Ecuador and Peru.

Indigenous Peoples Documentary: The Last Kazakh Nomads of Mongolia

Among the last of the world's nomadic people, the Kazakh endure the harshest climate on Earth as they tenaciously preserve their culture. This documentary offers a fascinating glimpse inside that culture. Learn how a boy's coming-of-age is marked by his first haircut. Hear about Mongolia's first, legendary eagle huntress who is only now being honored. Spend a day with Kazakh eagle hunters. And witness how this ancient, rich lifestyle is slowly changing. Click or tap the image below to watch it on our YouTube channel in HD (1280x720p), High Dynamic Range at 24 fps. Notes for teachers are also available.

Last Kazakh Nomads of Mongolia documentary

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Documentary Short Films: Indigenous Culture and Knowledge
Thanks from Empathy International
Thank You from Laos

A "thank you" film from Empathy International — an NGO supporting indigenous education.

Tamu Besar Malaysia
Indigenous Malaysian Market

The weekly Tamu Besar offers one of the best cultural experiences in Sabah, Malaysia.

Top 5 indigenous
Top Places to Visit Indigenous People

Guatemala, Argentina, Laos, Mali and Mongolia are our top picks to visit indigenous people.

More indigenous peoples short films on our YouTube channel

Travel Stories from Indigenous Communities
Coronation of a Mayan Queen
Coronation of a Mayan Queen

A new Mayan queen is crowned in San Pedro La Laguna, Guatemala.

Indigenous Knowledge in Ethiopia
Indigenous Knowledge in Ethiopia

Indigenous knowledge is slowly being lost in Southwest Ethiopia.

Indigenous Heritage Museum of the Veddas
Indigenous Heritage Museum of the Veddas

Lessons learned from visiting this museum in Sri Lanka.

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