Choctaw, Chickasaw nations work to preserve native languages
The Choctaw and Chickasaw nations are actively working to preserve their languages, with approximately 250 Choctaw and 50 Chickasaw fluent speakers remaining. Both nations are providing educational resources to create new speakers and ensure the survival of their languages. The Choctaw Nation Language Department and Chickasha Academy aim to share the language across generations, helping maintain cultural heritage.
Help us keep the fire burning, make a donation to Buffalo’s Fire
For everyone who cares about transparency in Native affairs: We exist to illuminate tribal government. Our work bridges the gap left by tribal-controlled media and non-Native, extractive journalism, providing the insights necessary for truly informed decision-making and a better quality of life. Because the consequences of restricted press freedom affect our communities every day, our trauma-informed reporting is rooted in a deep, firsthand expertise.
Every gift helps keep the fire burning. A monthly contribution makes the biggest impact. Cancel anytime.