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Cultural Preservation

Efforts to preserve and revitalize Native languages, arts, traditions and cultural practices.
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​​State Recognition

North Dakota proclaims First Nations Day and Native American Heritage Month

Governor highlights Indigenous people’s unique role in shaping the state’s history
By Buffalo's Fire
Language revival
Language efforts in MHA Nation are strong but limited by few first speakers
Connecting with the nation’s youth is paramount
By Kadin Mills
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Explainer
American Indian vs Native American: Which term is right and when?
A concise guide to when, why and how to use Native American, American Indian or a tribal name—so you don’t trip over history, law or respectful language
By Teresa Trumbly Lamsam, Ph.D.
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Dentalium: History and significance in Native American culture
For generations, Native Americans prized dentalium or tusk shells as currency, status symbols and sacred objects. Harvested in the Pacific, they were traded thousands of miles inland, held real value and have been used for over 6,600 years, continuing today
By Teresa Trumbly Lamsam, Ph.D.
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ShineThe Shine series explores limitations and solutions to government transparency in Indian Country.
Opinion
When is being 'elder' more than just being 'older'?
An aging journalist ponders this distinct and precious role
By Brian Bull
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Help us report
What is an elder? Tell us what it means to you
Share your own reflections and understanding of what it means to be an elder on Substack, Reddit, Instagram, Bluesky, Facebook, TikTok and X
By Brian Bull
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Opinion
A look inside the Denver March Powwow
The annual event showcases traditional performing arts
By Angela Gillette
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Language Milestone
Diné bizaad becomes official language of Navajo Nation
‘We are identified by our Diné name, our clan, our language.’
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Lakota Lawsuit
Standing Rock to sue to gain Lakota language materials
The Lakota Language Consortium has a long, sordid past with the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and particular one of its citizens
Amelia Schafer, ICT + Rapid City Journal
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UNESCO Media Forum
Spotted Bear Moderates UNESCO Panel on Amplifying Indigenous Voices in Media
The Indigenous Media Freedom Alliance founder leads a discussion with international media leaders on empowering Indigenous communities in media
By Buffalo's Fire
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Cultural Preservation
Intertribal tourism alliance holds free Native American Heritage Month Celebration this weekend in North Dakota capital
‘The message is that we as tribal people belong here and we're still here’
By Adrianna Adame and Adrianna Adame
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Indigenous education director seeks to build relationships with parents, emphasizes mental health
By Adrianna Adame
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Spring equinox
Indigenous leaders unite at Mayan pyramids marking shift in 500-year run of colonialism
More than 250 Indigenous leaders and allies gathered at the Mayan ceremonial center of Palenque for a week of ceremony and agreements, including an Indigenous-led global peace
By Tracy L. Barnett
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Native Children’s Commission report urges President Biden and Congress to prioritize Indigenous youth support
By Adrianna Adame
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Great Plains Indian Trading unveils venue In New Town, N.D.
By Adrianna Adame
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Land & Water
Tribes say ‘no’ to lithium mining at Nevada massacre site
Sacred lands vs. electric batteries: The Indigenous resistance to the U.S. push for a zero-emission future
By Talli Nauman
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Indigenous news outlets, nonprofits drive deeper coverage
Katie Oyan, Associated Press
Winter tradition
'String games' arrive with the snow
Played in winter and put away when spring thunder arrives, string games help pass down stories, culture and learning in Diné and other communities worldwide
Dan Ninham, ICT
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Education
The Blackfoot Origins of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
How Indigenous Ways of Life May Offer Us a Way Forward with Origins in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Teju Ravilochan
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Ledger Art: An homage to the past, creating art for the present and future
From prison camps and ledger books in the 1800s to a revival in the 1960s and 70s, artists say the paper and stories make the art form authentic
Harlan McKosato, ICT
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