Resources
Native Governance Center creates accessible, introductory-level resources on a variety of topics related to sovereignty, governance, and nation rebuilding. We encourage you to browse, download, and share our resources with your networks! We regularly add new resources to this page, so don’t forget to check back in the future.
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Native Fashion and Sovereignty
In our March 23rd, 2023 "Native Fashion and Sovereignty" event, you'll hear from four Indigenous women who are leaders in design and fashion. They'll explore how authentic Native fashion contributes to Native narrative change, how you can support Native designers and artists, and how Native nations are using their sovereignty to protect Native designs while advancing economic development through fashion.
Native Nation Rebuilding Explainer Video
You've probably noticed that some Native nations are more successful than others. But, have you ever stopped to truly consider why?
Blood Quantum Explainer Video
In this short video, we cover the basics of blood quantum to help you better understand its history and impacts on Native people and nations.
What is Native nation rebuilding?
The Native nation rebuilding framework helps Native nations thrive. In this video, we explain the framework and how to put it into action.
Wings with Wayne
Are you ready to turn up the heat? We’re excited to announce the launch of Wings with Wayne, the show where sovereignty gets spicy! In each episode, our executive director Wayne Ducheneaux II visits with an Indigenous changemaker from our region to explore what sovereignty means to them. And, true to the show’s title, they also enjoy some VERY hot wings.
Data Sovereignty Event Recording
In a post-Roe world, concerns about the erosion of healthcare privacy are on the rise. "Indigenous Data Sovereignty in a Post-Roe World" demonstrates how data sovereignty can be used as a way to increase Indigenous health outcomes and protect sensitive health information.