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New Blog Post: 3 Lessons to Pair with Redbud's Konkow Valley Short Films. https://lnkd.in/gQa2pfs4

The latest addition to the Steps to Land Back film series is here!     Join the Konkow Band of Maidu Indians as they share their journey of “Steps to Land Back: Cultural Revitalization through Land Access.”  Learn how restoring the return of ancestral lands to the Konkow Maidu strengthens their culture, language, and community. Available now on Redbud Resource Group's YouTube channel! Watch now and share with your community! Link to the video is attached below https://lnkd.in/g5wspm-n  #LandBack #KonkowBand #MaiduIndians #CulturalRevitalization #StepsToLandBack #IndigenousRights #WatchNow #RedbudResourceGroup #GoingBeyondLandAcknowledgements #GBLA

Join us for a special community film night and gathering at Butte College! Sponsored by the Native American Center at Butte College, in collaboration with Happy Valley Film Co. and Redbud Resource Group, the film highlights the Konkow Band of Maidu Indians on their journey to Land Reclamation & Cultural Revitalization. 📅 Date: September 12, 2024 📍 Location: Roadrunner's Nest at Butte College (see post for address details) 🕔 Doors Open: 5:00 PM, small refreshments provided. Looking forward to seeing you there! #CommunityFilmNight #ButteCollege #NativeAmericanCenter #KonkowMaidu #LandReclamation #CulturalRevitalization #IndigenousStories #HappyValleyFilmCo #RedbudResourceGroup #SupportIndigenousVoices #NativeYouth #7Gen #CaliforniaNative #CaliforniaIndian #NativeCalifornia

How does Land Back strengthen sovereignty? Chairman Reno Franklin of the Kashia Band of Pomo Indians offers powerful insights on how the #LandBack movement strengthens Tribal sovereignty by reclaiming and asserting Indigenous rights. Dive deeper into this vital conversation through Redbud's Going Beyond Land Acknowledgements (GBLA) Resource Database. Explore roundtable discussions, webinars, blogs, and more at https://lnkd.in/g5UdV_jw 🌱 #IndigenousRights #TribalSovereignty #GBLA #RedbudResourceGroup #LandBack #GoingBeyondLandAcknowledgements #SovereigntySpectrum #ResourceTools #TribalRelations

Attention Native Education Community! Concerned about Native representation in education and media? Eager to help create more accurate and inclusive educational materials? Join Redbud Resource Group's Native Community Curriculum Writing Workshop series!  Dates (Fridays): - Sept 6, 2024 - Sept 20, 2024 - Oct 4, 2024 - Oct 25, 2024 Time: 10am-12:30pm Location: Rohnert Park, CA (Virtual participation available) Work with Native educators to: Explore Indigenous vs. Western knowledge Create strengths-based lesson plans Develop high-quality educational materials Participants will receive a stipend for deliverables. Space is limited! Apply now and make a difference! Link below https://lnkd.in/g2sP-8Q7 #NativeEducation #IndigenousRepresentation #CurriculumWriting #RedbudResourceGroup

Why is Land Access Important? From the time our ancestors were forcibly removed from our traditional homelands, California Natives have strived to reconnect with our lands, water ways, natural resources, and cultural heritage. This disconnection has impacted the overall well-being and health of tribal communities through several health disparities. After generations of removal from lands our people have inhabited for millennia, the negative effects on California Natives are profound, mirroring the experiences of many Indigenous peoples worldwide. Even though we have been physically relocated, our bodies and the land itself still remembers our origins. This past weekend, tribal members from the foothill Maidu community and others were invited back to our ancestral homelands to gather Ja:lalu (elderberries). This gathering allowed different generations of Maidu from various tribal communities to come together, reinforcing our communal bonds and reclaiming an important traditional Native staple food. By being on our traditional lands, we not only reconnected with the land but also strengthened relationships with each other. Access to land is crucial for California Natives as it provides access to Native foods like Ja:lalu, promoting healthier diets and addressing health disparities. Reconnecting with our homelands enables us to rebuild relationships with our lands, waters, natural resources, and cultural heritage that were severed by genocide, colonization, and assimilation. It offers an opportunity to heal our wounds of intergenerational trauma and reestablish healthy relationships with our ancestral lands. We would like to extend our gratitude to River Partners for giving us at Redbud Resource Group, the foothill Maidu community and others the opportunity to heal, rekindle sacred relationships, and take a step forward in practicing Indigenous land stewardship. #IndigenousLandRights #CulturalReconnection #NativeHealth #LandAccess #MaiduCommunity #TraditionalFoods #IndigenousHealing #CulturalIdentity #HealthEquity #NativeWellness #IntergenerationalTrauma #IndigenousStewardship #RedbudResourceGroup #CaliforniaNative #NativeCalifornia #CaliforniaIndian

During our Wisdom Weaver Summer Day Camp, many of the Native youth didn’t know each other and were very shy. As the week went on, they began to open up and build friendships. By the end of the week, they didn’t want the Summer Camp to end. “Anthony keeps asking when he can see the boys again. [As a parent] I definitely love that he learned so much about his Native people, but even more priceless at his age is the connection he made socially.” As our Native peoples continue to reconnect to our cultural identities after past generations of genocide and assimilation, it is important to acknowledge the significance of attending social events, staying in community with one another, and continuing to build relationships within our greater Native community. Being social is key to learning more about our Indigenous heritage, languages, traditional foods, arts, and so much more! Creating space for Native youth to interact and engage with one another is integral for them to build confidence and boost self-esteem. Here at Redbud Resource Group, we feel blessed to provide the space for Native youth to socialize and create lifelong lasting friendships with each other. To learn more about how our Wisdom Weavers Summer Camp was impactful, check out our most recent blog, “Celebrating Friendships, Culture, and Wellness”. Click the link below https://lnkd.in/gde9umwA #NativeYouth #WisdomWeavers #SummerCamp #CulturalIdentity #Community #Friendship #IndigenousHeritage #YouthEmpowerment #NativeCulture #SocialConnections #RedbudCamp #CulturalReconnection #CaliforniaNative #NativeCalifornia #CaliforniaIndian #Redbud #redbudresourcegroup

We're a California Native-led non-profit organization working to improve the health & well-being of Indigenous communities. What We Know Native people possess the strengths, knowledge, and cultural insights needed to live fulfilling lives and address many of the world's challenges. What We Face Native communities face a chronic lack of resources, including access to land, capital, and infrastructure, which prevents many Native people from stepping into leadership roles. Why It Matters When Indigenous people are disenfranchised, everyone suffers, including global ecosystems that have relied on Indigenous stewardship since time immemorial. How We Help To heal, Native people need access to land, culture, and resources. Our programs prepare Native and non-Native communities to strengthen tribal sovereignty, share resources across cultures, and take collective action to solve many of our shared challenges with Indigenous knowledge at the forefront. Who We Serve - Tribal Communities - Environmental & Conservation - Organizations and Agencies - Educators - Schools, Districts, and Museums - Tribal Relations Offices, Tribal Departments, and more! To learn more, visit our website at to explore our programs and resources. You can also subscribe to our newsletter for updates! #CaliforniaNative #CaliforniaIndian #NativeAmerican #IndigenousPeoples #TribalSovereignty #CulturalCompetency #EnvironmentalStewardship #Conservation #Education #NonProfit #CommunitySupport #Leadership #IndigenousKnowledge #RedbudResourceGroup #SustainableFuture

Calling all Educators! Expand your teaching toolkit with our Native Perspectives, Everyday Lessons (grades K-7). This 2-hour virtual workshop is designed to enhance your cultural competency in interdisciplinary lessons on geography, ecology, and more! Gain valuable insights, resources, and strategies to engage students with diverse perspectives and promote a deeper understanding of the world we live in from a California Native point of view. Discover Indigenous Perspectives Uncover Hidden Histories Foster Empathy and Understanding Support Resilience and Healing Address Contemporary Issues There will be Interactive Sessions, Q&A, and FREE online curriculum. Enhance your teaching and deepen students' understanding of Native California's past, present and future. Follow the link to register now! #EducatorWorkshop #CulturalCompetency #NativePerspectives #TeachingTools #K7Education #IndigenousKnowledge #GeographyLessons #EcologyEducation #DiversePerspectives #EmpathyInEducation #ResilienceAndHealing #HiddenHistories #CaliforniaNatives #InteractiveLearning #FreeCurriculum #TeacherResources #StudentEngagement #RegisterNow

Check out our NEW blog on the Sovereignty Spectrum Tool, highlighting our conversation with Reno Franklin, Chairman of the Kashia Band of Pomo Indians! This Going Beyond Land Acknowledgements (GBLA) Resource Tool is a valuable resource designed to assist individuals and organizations in understanding and assessing their impact on Tribal Sovereignty. This tool is especially helpful for those seeking to engage with Indigenous communities and uphold and strengthen their sovereignty. Dive into the blog, and explore how you can effectively support Tribal Land Back efforts and uplift the Tribal sovereignty of the Tribal Nations in your region. BLOG Link: https://lnkd.in/g4v9mVqJ