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 6, 2023

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Culture and Identity

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Native Hope

Every November since 1990, the United States celebrates Native American Heritage Month. The commemoration of the month provides a platform for Native Americans to share traditions, music, crafts, and ...

November 1, 2023

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Culture and Identity

Why Indigenous Peoples' Day Matters

Joanne Lewis

On April 3rd, 2019, the state of New Mexico officially replaced Columbus Day with Indigenous People’s Day. From now on, the second Monday in October will honor the strength and resilience of Indigenou...

October 9, 2023

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Education and Youth Empowerment

The issues surrounding Native American Education

Native Hope

Usually, back-to-school season means excitement for children. Back to school means buying school supplies and new clothes for the school year, plus the benefit of seeing their friends again. However, ...

August 17, 2023

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Culture and Identity

Remembering the Akichitas - Warriors

Native Hope

Over the centuries, Native American akičhitas (warriors) watched over their oyates (tribes). They protected their people and helped in times of strife — it was the warriors’ job to ensure the survival...

May 29, 2023

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Stories of Hope

Celebrating the Power of Native Women and Native Mothers

Native Hope

The Legend of the White Buffalo Woman One summer a long time ago, the seven sacred council fires of the Lakota Sioux came together and camped. The sun was strong, and the people were starving, for the...

May 12, 2023

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Education and Youth Empowerment

Celebrating Native Women

Native Hope

March is Women's History Month, and March 8 is International Women's Day, so we wanted to highlight inspiring Native American women who have impacted the world around them, both past and present. The ...

March 7, 2023

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Culture and Identity

Part Two: Acknowledging My Herstory and Identity for MMIWG

Tamara Colaque

Part 2 of Tamara’s story highlights her struggle to find answers surrounding her mother’s murder and her hopes that sharing her story will encourage others to break their silence. Native women and chi...

February 6, 2023

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Stories of Hope

Part One: Acknowledging My Herstory and Identity for MMIWG

Tamara Colaque

Tamara shares her journey to know herself through her mother’s MMIW story. An aspect that is often forgotten when someone goes missing or is murdered is the impact on the family—especially the childre...

February 6, 2023

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Voices of Indian Country

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The History of Thanksgiving from the Native American Perspective

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Why Indigenous Peoples' Day Matters

The issues surrounding Native American Education

Remembering the Akichitas - Warriors

Celebrating the Power of Native Women and Native Mothers

Celebrating Native Women

Part Two: Acknowledging My Herstory and Identity for MMIWG

Part One: Acknowledging My Herstory and Identity for MMIWG

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