Search Results for ""
Building an Indigenized Future: Seventh Generation Philosophy Event Recording
Now, more than ever, we’re thinking about how to rebuild our systems in a truly Indigenous way. Our three-part virtual event series explores this idea; each event features a conversation between two Indigenous changemakers who are actively working to create a positive path forward for their nations. For the first… Read More
Cultural Appropriation in the Wellness Space Event Recording
From yoga to “smudge kits,” wellness is on trend right now. While wellness practices can help us to unwind and de-stress, they also raise major questions about cultural appropriation and theft from BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) communities. This virtual discussion explores ways that cultural appropriation shows up in… Read More
Indigenized Communication during COVID-19
Native Governance Center program managers Apryl Deel-McKenzie (Diné) and Pearl Walker-Swaney (Lakota/Dakota/Ojibwe) share tips for creating Indigenized communications during COVID-19. They base these tips around five Indigenous values. This webinar was created in partnership with Seven Directions for Indigenous Public Health as part of their “Gathering Grounds” virtual series. Read More
McGirt v. Oklahoma and Our Region
On July 9, 2020, the United States Supreme Court announced its highly anticipated decision on McGirt v. Oklahoma. The Court ruled against the State of Oklahoma’s request to disestablish the Muscogee Creek Reservation, confirming that only an act of Congress can undo a treaty (not courts or… Read More
Tribal sovereignty and COVID-19
How does Tribal sovereignty operate during COVID-19? Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Tribal nations have set an example for sound, future-oriented policy on a local, state, and national level. Tribes have created curfews, stay-at-home orders, call centers, and incident command systems to help slow the spread of the novel coronavirus; these… Read More
The 2020 Census: An Act of Sovereignty
Historically, Native people have been shut out from the Census process. We won’t let that continue. This year, we will be seen, heard, and counted. Participating in the Census is an act of sovereignty. It’s also a commitment to the well-being of future generations and a way to secure needed… Read More
Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Event Recording
Native Governance Center co-hosted an Indigenous land acknowledgment event with the Lower Phalen Creek Project on Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2019 (October 14). The event featured the following talented panelists: Dr. Kate Beane (Flandreau Santee Dakota and Muskogee Creek), Mary Lyons (Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe), Rose Whipple (Isanti Dakota and… Read More
Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Guide
Native Governance Center co-hosted an Indigenous land acknowledgment event with the Lower Phalen Creek Project on Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2019 (October 14). We’ve created this guide to Indigenous land acknowledgment from that event. Read More
A guide to Indigenous land acknowledgment
After hosting an Indigenous land acknowledgment event, we put together this written guide to based on our panelists' responses. Read More
Who We Are: Native Governance Center
Learn more about Native Governance Center, a nonprofit organization that supports Tribes in strengthening their sovereignty. Read More