Indigenous Peoples' Day

Indigenous Peoples' Day recognizes and aims to correct the American history that has glorified Christopher Columbus, who committed violence against Indigenous peoples. Indigenous people have lived on this land for millennia.

From www.kumeyaay.info/history

From www.kumeyaay.info/history

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Resources:


Local places to visit:

Local Indigenous business:

Organizations serving the Indigenous community:

  • The Kanap Kuahan Coalition: composed of Kumeyaay tribal citizens and leaders, the Kumeyaay & Original Peoples Alliance. The goal of this collective of leaders, elders, and medicine carriers is to serve as guides to creating a more inclusive San Diego. “To remove statues, monuments, rename schools and raise awareness of the negative impact these symbols have on the emotional, physical, and spiritual health of Native/Indigenous, Black, and other People of Color. We create respectful dialogue and safe and welcoming public spaces for all by removing symbols of colonialism, racism, slavery, and genocide from public venues. We build community and create change through educational programs, social justice actions, and political action."

See this article to learn about some of the hard work that Kanap Kauahan have led in the last year: https://www.liberationnews.org/indigenous-led-movement-in-san-diego-wins-removal-of-columbus-statue-and-more/


Stay updated on actions and news that Kanap Kauahan is involved or spearheading Kanap Kuahan Coalition // Tell The Truth https://www.facebook.com/KanapKuahan

Educational resources:

Books:


San Diego Canyonlands acknowledges that we work on Kumeyaay land.