In a move that could have significant implications for the way Native American culture is represented in popular culture, the National Congress of American Indians has been given ownership of the 1970s “Crying Indian” public service announcement (PSA). The ad, which has been criticized for perpetuating stereotypes of Native Americans, was originally commissioned by Keep…
The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition (NABS) is calling on tribal leaders to support the reintroduction of the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act. During the previous Congressional session, the bill received broad support from various Tribal Nations, Tribal regional organizations, the International Indian Treaty Council, and national Native…
Yesterday, an Indigenous tribe in California made a generous donation of $100K to a GoFundMe page set up to support the victims of the recent mass shooting in Monterey Park, California. The Pechanga Band of Indians made this donation in response to the outpouring of support and affection shown for the Asian American and Pacific…
Chief John Ross was a pivotal leader of the Cherokee Nation who played an important role in the history of the United States. In this blog post, we will explore his life, from his birth and early political aspirations, to his eventual leadership of the Cherokee Nation and his fight against the Indian Removal Act…
About 300 protectors from the Oceti Sakowin, Red Warrior, and Sacred Stone camps, along with other supporters from some surrounding camps, decided that strong prayers were needed at the site where construction continues on the Dakota Access Pipeline. “WE CAME HERE TODAY TO OFFER PRAYERS TO OUR CREATOR TO STOP THIS CONSTRUCTION, AND TO HAVE…
The modern Indian reservation is at once a far cry from what these set-apart lands were once intended to accomplish as well as an unfortunate continuation of decades of neglect toward the American Indian people by the U.S. Government. To hear the Bureau of Indian Affairs talk about ‘life on the rez’ today, conditions have…
Added: Erin Brokovich to Tour Affected Areas Navajo Nation President Russell Begaye said yesterday that he will be showing evidence of the devastation brought to trial land by the wastewater spill at Gold King Mine to Erin Brokovich, noted environmental activist. The spill happened one month back and released massive amounts of toxic sludge into…
Law Enforcement administration officials for a number of Indian reservations have signed on to support National Drug Take-Back Day this Saturday, October 22. The Drug Enforcement Agency has been encouraging participation in the annual event for years in order to recover prescription drugs from medicine cabinets. The Office of Justice Services in the Bureau of…
For those of you who ride, or know riders who might be interested, the 23rd Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride is scheduled for Saturday, September 17th. A link below to the official site is available but here are some details to whet your appetite: This year’s route runs from Bridgeport, AL to Waterloo, AL,…
The Cherokee Heritage Center hosted the Sevenstar Gala on October 22. The event is held annually, representing an opportunity to recognize those who help to advance the Cherokee National Historical Society’s mandate to preserve, promote and teach the Cherokee nation’s history and culture. Sevenstar is the Center’s marquee fundraiser. Three prestigious awards were given out: the…