Consultant; Writer; Foresight and Futures Researcher. Program Manager for IndigiGenius Assistant Professor of Indigenous Knowledge, Data Sovereignty, and Decolonization (through June 2024)
#NationalDayOfMourning Take action today. Use this time to talk with woven family and get commitments of support, not empty words. What programs can each of you contribute to, even if a little bit? Make a plan, pool resources, and donate. This might require a brief internet search beforehand: Check your local and regional tribes’ needs. What public-facing programs do they note? What holiday drives are they promoting? Don’t know where to start? Below are two ways to learn more about Indigenous communities in your area. ***Do not assume because tribes and nations were forcibly relocated they’re now “gone”*** [Regional example: Wenatchee area tribes] 1. Look at local university land acknowledgements. Make them useful for tangible actions! 2. https://native-land.ca - While not perfect, it can be a solid start. ——Other options—— Below are two Indigenous organizations my family has supported and continues to: my daughter already selected someine’s wish list for the CRYP yesterday evening. 1. Cheyeaane River Youth Project - Lakota (Cheyanne River Sioux) organization https://lnkd.in/gYupmNrh 2. Save Rez Dogs - I love the Save Rez Dogs’ Pride Stickers and yearly calendar https://lnkd.in/gYZdHh97 Locally, I’ll be donating to a Yakama-led organization starting December 4th. What will you commit to doing today?
