Who was instrumental in helping the proclamation for Indigenous Peoples' Day? Federal Judge Frank Waln Dylan Baca Van Heuvelen Question s When was the idea first proposed by Indigenous Peoples to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day? 1989 1962 1922 1977

The concept of Indigenous Peoples' Day was first proposed at a 1977 conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where representatives from more than 100 Indigenous nations gathered. They sought a respectful alternative to Columbus Day, advocating to recognize the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples instead of celebrating a figure associated with colonization. Locally, activists, scholars, and community leaders have continually pushed for the replacement of Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day. This has led to a wave of municipalities and states adopting the recognition, reflecting growing awareness of Indigenous issues and histories across the United States.