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Overlapping Themes: Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Sukkot

September 30, 2025
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With Sukkot (the Jewish festival for harvest) and Indigenous Peoples’ Day (honoring Native American cultures and histories) falling so closely on the calendar this year, we invite you to learn more about the overlapping themes of harvest, scarcity, peoplehood, and food justice.

To learn more about the connected themes of between Sukkot and Indigenous Peoples’ Day, as well as how you can join in efforts to support Indigenous food sovereignty, please visit our Resource Guide for the High Holy Days.

 

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Take Action Now: Urgent Food Shortages in Indian Country:

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  • Learn more about how hunger impacts Indigenous communities and how Tribal Nations are reclaiming Tribal food sovereignty:
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