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Sovereignty under attack
If you follow current events in Indian Country, you’ve likely heard of Brackeen v. Haaland, the Supreme Court case… Read More
Our Sidequest with Dallas Goldtooth
In late April 2023, we tried something new: we went on a sidequest with our pal Dallas Goldtooth (FX’s Reservation… Read More
Caring for our Rez Pet Relatives through Governance
“Rez dogs are happy.” It’s one of the main messages we took away from attending the recent Humane Society of the United States… Read More
The Mni Sota Makoce Honor Tax
At Native Governance Center, we talk a lot about moving beyond optical allyship and taking meaningful action to support Native nations. But, what… Read More
The Mille Lacs Band’s recent legal victory
The Mille Lacs Reservation in northern Mni Sota Makoce (Minnesota), home to the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe, shares geography with Mille Lacs… Read More
Governance Can Help Us Prepare for the Next Winter Storm
While many of us were distracted by the holidays and the never ending task of sidewalk clearing a few weeks ago, a major winter storm… Read More
Centering Indigenous Joy
As we wrap up the year, we’re centering Indigenous joy as we continue to create positive change. Indigenous joy is good medicine. It helps us… Read More
Sovereignty’s Best Friend
Systems change work can be hard work, and our Rez dogs are always there to keep us grounded. They are truly sovereignty’s best friend! Our… Read More
Indigenous representation: federal appointments
As we look toward the start of Native American Heritage Month in November, we’ve been thinking a lot about the importance of Indigenous… Read More
Sovereignty and Outdoor Spaces Resources
Interest in outdoor recreation surged during the COVID-19 pandemic; today, the number of Americans adventuring outdoors continues to grow. Unfortunately, the outdoor recreation industry and… Read More