Maxine speaks in her Yuchi language, requesting future generations to “fulfill the old traditions, the old ways… I don’t forget about the old ways, I always think about those things.” She highlights the importance of the stories her family passed down to her and how we must listen for the…
Three life threatening events brought Kathy Sanchez to a time of deep soul searching and reflection. She found herself asking why she was spared and set about examining her life and her cultural values. This journey led her to finding a way to live fully and harmoniously as a Native…
Through family history and collective memory, Jennie Seminole Parker tells the story of the Cheyenne’s struggle to return to their homelands from Oklahoma. Images provided by provided by Yellow Bird Life Ways Center. View Jennie Seminole Parker >
GwaaGanad recalls a rich life of tradition in her beautiful homeland. She shares the many names she has been gifted and the many elders whose lives touched hers. As a very young girl, GwaaGanad’s mother took her to the forest, showed her four medicines, and taught her what they were…
Listen in as Henrietta Man, Ho’e-oesta-oo-nah’e, shares a bit about herself and her life as a woman in academia and as a leader within her community. While taking on the role of a Prayer Cloth Woman is a bit more private for Henrietta, she is still very proud to express…
“If these two women had not survived, and had the brave hearts that they do, I might not have been here.” Dr. Henrietta Mann relates Cheyenne history through her family, including her two great grandmothers who survived the massacres at Sand Creek and along the Washita River. Through this intimate…
Fathers is a powerful spoken piece of stirring images of Lenora Naranjo Morse’s own father. The words shared serve to teach the value and reverence held to Fathers and their teachings. View Lenora’s full profile >
They are becoming blessed beings; they are bringing the rain. Nora brings us to the community garden and speaks to reconnecting young women to the Earth. The garden is full of life and activity, exemplifying “communal togetherness and work that is key to the Pueblo worldview.” In the past, young…
Sarah James, Neetsa’ii Gwich’in Nation, sings the Welcome Song, Caribou Skin Hut Dance, sharing the process and practice of the song and dance. Articulating the importance of the ceremonial role the song has had in shaping the image of her people as generous and welcoming, As the song is used…
