Lenora Naranjo-Morse, (Kha’ P’o Owenge), was deeply influenced by her mother, Rose, in the Tewa view of life that brings a sense of wholeness. She has been immersed in the spiritual practices that bring life through the womb into being a complete human being. Lenora Naranjo-Morse is a contemporary artist…
Name Wha Povi Spinach Flower Tribal Nation Kha’ P’o Owenge Road of Wild Roses Lenora Naranjo-Morse, (Kha’ P’o Owenge), was deeply influenced by her mother, Rose, in the Tewa view of life that brings a sense of wholeness. She has been immersed in the spiritual practices that bring life through…
Circle 4 Future Legacy Leader Kaylene Big Knife has created a beautiful calendar featuring the Legacy Leaders from our program. Each month highlights different Circle programs with vibrant photos, quotes, and more. You can download it for free!
Carrying a wealth of traditional knowledge, Onita provides culture-based care for her remote rural community. Her work sheds light on the ways Indigenous and Western practices, often regarded as opposing forces, can complement one another. Onita’s knowledge of Native plants for medicinal purposes and nutrition has made her an invaluable…
By: Hilistis Pauline Waterfall There’s a Heiltsuk child in me whose growth stopped at the age of 12 and doesn’t know a Heiltsuk adulthood. Conversely, there’s a White adult in me who started to grow at the age of 12 but doesn’t know a White childhood. I left home at…
Name Ishkideewi-bidaabino-ikweFiery Dawn Woman Tribal Nation OjibwayNipissing First Nation in Northern Ontario Persevere Like her mother, Carol, Rachel Dennis is passionate about bringing birth back to her community, the Nipissing First Nation, and other Indigenous communities. Born in St. Catherines, Ontario, Rachel moved to Toronto while still an infant and…
Meet Legacy Leader Levina Wilkins and Future Legacy Leader Leslie Swan, both of the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation. These powerful Indigenous women highlight the importance of being connected with one’s own body, mind, and culture. Levina and Leslie both stress the significance of life as it…
Name Wicanhpi Iyotan WinGreat Star (Woman) Tribal Nation Wahpetunwan DakotaPezihutazizi K’api Minisotamakoce Upper Sioux Community Create Wicanhpi Iyotan Win Autumn Cavender-Wilson is a Wahpetunwan Dakota from the Pezihutazizi K’api (Upper Sioux) Community. She is passionate about storytelling and writing and has a background in decolonization theory and the Dakota language.…
Tribal Nation Native Hawaiian Power Native Hawaiian Mililani Trask may not be a household name, but her work is. She devoted sixteen years participating in drafting the United Nations Declaration for the Rights of Indigenous People. The United Nations General Assembly passed the declaration in 2007, recognizing the right to…
Name Ǫdáhgrawa:sShe’s Shaking the Snow Off Tribal Nation Tuscarora NationSix Nations of the Grand River Territory in Ontario, Canada Guide Laurie Jacobs has spent much of her life helping bring new life into this world, incorporating her traditional knowledge and gentle ways as a Midwife. Laurie belongs to the Tuscarora…
