Evynn Richardson

Evynn Ksé:hahiyé Richardson is an 18-year-old graduating senior from Warren New Tech High School. She will be attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the fall. Evynn she plays an active role in her community by participating in culture showcases, Traditional Arts Programs (TAPs) and the local Indian Education program. She has had the opportunity to work on design projects for the United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc., the North Carolina Native American Youth Organization and is the proud illustrator of children’s book, It’s Homecoming Y’all: Nakoma’s Greatest Adventure.

Evynn hopes that by pursuing her artistic endeavors she can continue to lift up other Indigenous people just like her mentors have done for her. She lives by the saying, “If you want to know what your purpose is, all you have to do is ask yourself how you will feed the people.” By continuing to build her artistic skills, she believes that she is fulfilling this purpose.

About Evynn’s Project, Using Art for Activism

The Using Art for Activism toolkit provides various tips and resources to help guide individuals willing to use art to uplift our stolen relatives and spread awareness of the injustices they have faced and continue to face. The toolkit hopes to ensure individuals are being mindful of those directly affected, culture and more while also encouraging respect for the stories told through art.