The Webby Awards is the leading International Awards organization that honors excellence on the internet, especially in digital arts and sciences. Webby nominees are picked out as one of the five best in the world in a specific category. These include Features, General Video, Video Series and Channels, Performance and Craft, and Branded Entertainment. Did....
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By now, most of us have heard of some university or corporation having a land acknowledgment ceremony but what exactly is land acknowledgment? According to Northwestern University: Land acknowledgement or territory acknowledgement, is a formal statement that recognizes the indigenous people of that land. Furthermore, it highlights the existing ties Native people have to land....
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For thousands of years, humans have lived as one with nature, creating a meaningful and essential connection with the land, sea, and sky. Historically, Native Americans, in particular, have had an intertwining relationship with the universe. This remains accurate, as their bond with nature permeates their cultural identity. This relationship with the environment is best....
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Speaking and writing in code is not a novel experience for Native Americans. Symbolism and language are a huge part of Indigenous culture, and historically, the ability to share covert information amongst each other helped Natives survive nefarious situations. There are various instances of this in history. Think about when Native children fought back against....
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Join Paul G for an interview with several members of the Native American Women Warriors. Native American Women Warriors (NAWW) encourages recognition for Native American women veterans and active duty that served and continues to serve in every branch of the armed forces. Our goals are to assist our fellow Native women veterans in....
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In all cultures, both women and men are tasked with societal responsibilities, some more than others, which optimize how they live, love, and grow. In traditional Native American societies, women have always played an integral role, from decision-making to agriculture and spiritual practices. While in certain cultures, the men traditionally assumed the majority of power....
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Wakonda Forever! Black Panther became a major hit shortly after its release in 2018 and got us all hooked. From its writing to directing and acting, the movie won many hearts globally and held special importance for the Black and African American communities. In 2019, it was nominated for 7 Academy Awards and won several....
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‘Fancy Dance’ is a much-needed masterpiece that tells the story of an Indigenous woman who goes missing and those left behind. The data on murdered and missing Indigenous women show a harrowing reality about the lack of urgency by governmental authorities regarding this matter. Unfortunately, very little noise has been made ever since the disappearance,....
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Read More>>>>>This fun and easy project is the perfect way to show your love. With just a few supplies, you can create a stunning framed love sign made entirely of matches. It's a great gift for your significant other or a fun decoration for your own home. This is such a unique craft idea, you are...
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The Super Bowl is one of our favorite events, not to mention it is historically the most-watched program in the US with unparalleled hype. The entertainment is not just limited to the sport itself but goes beyond that – pregame ceremonies and halftime shows are fundamental elements of pop culture. Indigenous people are represented in....
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Read More>>>>>The Cherokee Nation is the largest of three Cherokee-recognized tribes in the US. Recently, dreams came true for the 48-year-old Oklahoma Cherokee citizen and school teacher, Jerod Phillips, when he was selected to act as a down-judge official for the 2023 Super Bowl. Even though this is his 7th season in the NFL, he continues....
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Whether it be stereotypical, savage-looking images, prejudiced names, or how stadiums fill up with fans with red-painted faces participating in gestures related to hostility, Native American mascots in sports teams are still around – and some don’t look to be going anywhere anytime soon. Since the 1960s, the use of Native American mascots has been....
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Grease is a romance movie that has won our hearts ever since its release. But what is more exciting is an all-Indigenous production of the musical that represents the culture and talent precisely – Bear Grease takes a twist on the conventional story of high school love. Bear Grease is a traveling theater founded by....
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Thanks to our friends at Pendleton for sponsoring this month's contest! The winner will receive the new Gather Blanket from Pendleton. About Gathering Blanket Like the piñon tree, members of the Navajo Nation gather resources to survive an increasingly precarious water supply. This blanket design, created by Diné artist Emma Robbins, features symbols of endurance.....
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Over 20 years ago, Brock Mitchell captured a photo of his skateboarder friend, Kyle Young Pine. The black and white photo later became a blueprint for an inspiring documentary. The photo featured a young, smiling First Nations skateboarder based in Okotoks, Alta. Behind that smile hid despair and trauma. Kyle, although very talented, was plagued....
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