Settlers Have an Obligation to Defend Treaty Rights, Too
“The treaties are not just a concern for Indigenous people. They were entered into by the U.S. government, and as citizens, we have a responsibility to ensure our government honors that law.”
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On July 4, We Need to Prioritize Interdependence. Our Future Depends on It.
This fraught holiday is a time to hold the truth that we need each other to survive and thrive.
How the White Mountain Apache Tribe Beat COVID
After being hit hard at the beginning of the pandemic, the Arizona-based tribe has slowed the spread of the disease and helped curb death rates.
7 Things I Learned by Collaborating with Indigenous Wisdom Keepers
“We need to get ready for good things coming,” says Chief Caleen Sisk of the Winnemem Wintu Tribe.
Is Justice on the Horizon for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People?
Indigenous activists see Deb Haaland’s leadership as an opportunity to re-imagine justice and safety in the U.S.
The PBS Show Celebrating Alaska Native Communities
The Indigenous writers and developers of “Molly of Denali” also share their own stories—and find healing in the process.
To Counter Domestic Violence, Some Native Americans Embrace Tradition
“Tradition and culture are really at the core of who we are… It’s how we heal.”
The Young Uyghurs Mobilizing to Keep Their Culture Alive
With every aspect of Uyghur life under threat in Xinjiang, China, young Uyghurs in the diaspora have rallied to connect with their culture and each other
The Enchantment of Ceremony
An Indigenous writer describes how ritual is the entryway to connection and wholeness.
Harnessing People Power to Protect Alaska’s Last Remaining Wilderness
A new social movement is bringing together Indigenous activists and TikTok creators to prevent drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Native Americans on Police Response to Capitol Insurrection
“No way would Black or Brown people be treated that way had they attacked a symbol of our democracy.”
“This is Not Our First Pandemic”
Native communities share heritage ways to live and care for each other during this latest pandemic.
Native Leadership for the U.S. Department of the Interior
With Deb Haaland at the helm, the department may finally start keeping its promises to Native Americans.
Failed By the Federal Government, Native Nations Respond Effectively to the Pandemic
Their response shows that Indigenous nations and communities know what they need, and that they are the directors of their own protective measures.
In ‘Gather,’ Indigenous Food Sovereignty Is on the Menu
A new film follows food activists seeking to restore salmon, buffalo, and the nourishing legacy of Native cultures.
When White People Talk About Their Country Being Stolen
A Native poet takes us back to a moment of liberal outrage after the last election.
The Native History of Indigenous Peoples Day
As more cities and states consider marking Indigenous Peoples Day instead of Columbus Day, one Native American scholar aims to set the record straight on where the movement began.
This Native Tribe’s Response to COVID-19 Is Working—and Addressing Another Community Problem
The Eastern Band of Cherokees is applying lessons from the pandemic to help them fight addiction in their community.
Police Violence Meets Spiritual Resistance in the Struggle Over DAPL
An appeals court overruled the shutdown of DAPL, pending a full environmental review. The fight against a pipeline that provoked unprecedented resistance continues.
Hawai‘i’s Post-COVID Recovery Plan Puts Women First
The Aloha State is working towards establishing a new, more equitable post-pandemic normal for vulnerable communities.
Indian Country Treaties Are Valid—and Matter, Says Supreme Court Ruling
“Promises were made,” Justice Gorsuch said in upholding Creek Nation jurisdiction over half of Oklahoma.
Indigenous Artists Use Technology to Tell Stories About Their Ancestral Lands
These five art projects explore the impacts of climate change using VR and other mediums.
10 Indigenous People Whose Statues Should Replace Columbus’
In a country of this size and diversity, it makes little sense to cling to statues that honor only a few, including historical figures unworthy of such acclaim.
Gardening Advice from Indigenous Food Growers
“Gardens represent resiliency, strength, wellness, culture.”
The Shared History of Wild Horses and Indigenous People
Horse sanctuaries along the Native American Horse Trail are working to save America’s last Indigenous horses and rewrite official histories that claim they don’t exist.
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