Sámi National Day, also known as Sámi Álbmotbeaivi in the Sámi language, is an annual celebration observed on 06 February by the Sámi people, who are the indigenous inhabitants of Sápmi, which encompasses parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia's Kola Peninsula. The date commemorates the first Sámi congress held in Trondheim, Norway, on 06 February 1917.
Sámi National Day is a day for the Sámi people to celebrate and promote their cultural identity, language, and history. It provides an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges faced by the Sámi community and to highlight the importance of preserving and promoting their unique heritage.
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