Education and Youth Empowerment

January is Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month

Native Hope

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, created to raise awareness of sex slavery and human trafficking worldwide. Trafficking is a critical problem that all of us at Native Hope are passionate ...

January 10, 2023

13 Comments

Culture and Identity

The Feather: A symbol of high honor

Native Hope

In Native American culture it is believed that all things possess an inherent virtue, power, and wisdom. The feather, for example, is a powerful symbol that signifies honor and a connection between th...

January 10, 2023

42 Comments

Culture and Identity

Wounded Knee: Fear is Normally the Root of Tragedy

Native Hope

Fear is normally the root of tragedy. On December 29, 1890, that was the case: The Wounded Knee Massacre. This event was precipitated by the United States government’s fear of an uprising due to the p...

December 29, 2022

39 Comments

Cultural Awareness and Revitalization

Dakota 38+2: Honoring those who lost their lives striving to survive

Native Hope

Today riders embark on the last year of their wintery trek to remember those hanged on December 26, 1862, in Mankato, Minnesota, upon President Abraham Lincoln’s order. This execution served as the U....

December 10, 2022

8 Comments

Culture and Identity

The History of Thanksgiving from the Native American Perspective

Native Hope

There are always two sides to a story. Unfortunately, when it comes to the history of Thanksgiving, generations of Americans have been taught a one-sided history in homes and schools. The dominant cul...

November 23, 2022

87 Comments

Native Hope Joins #GivingTuesday

Native Hope

Native Hope realizes the power of unity and collaboration in making an impact in the lives of Native American children and families. That is why we are joining forces with the #GivingTuesday movement.

November 18, 2022

2 Comments

Culture and Identity

Rock your Mocs

Native Hope

Honoring culture and individuality in an increasingly fast-paced, modern world is a challenge for the members of America's 574 federally recognized tribes. But one woman came up with a simple idea—tha...

November 15, 2022

17 Comments

Community Impact

Hope Report: July, August, and September 2022

Native Hope

Native Hope continued its outreach and assistance efforts to different communities throughout South Dakota for the months of July, August and September. “I do appreciate your help during this time, I...

November 8, 2022

6 Comments

Culture

The History and Culture of the Iroquois

Native Hope

One of the most well-known and influential tribes in Native American history, the Iroquois have a fascinating story. The name "Iroquois" refers to a language, not the particular tribe itself. In fact...

November 6, 2022

5 Comments

Voices of Indian Country

Native Hope Blog

FEATURED POST

Hope Report: October, November, December 2022

TOPICS

January is Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month

The Feather: A symbol of high honor

Wounded Knee: Fear is Normally the Root of Tragedy

Dakota 38+2: Honoring those who lost their lives striving to survive

The History of Thanksgiving from the Native American Perspective

Native Hope Joins #GivingTuesday

Rock your Mocs

Hope Report: July, August, and September 2022

The History and Culture of the Iroquois

Our Healing Begins with Storytelling.

Tune Into Our Podcast

Native Hope Blog

FEATURED POST

Hope Report: October, November, December 2022

TOPICS

Popular Posts

Our Healing Begins with Storytelling.

Tune Into Our Podcast