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Category: Native Youth

I am proud of the beauty that is naturally prominent within my culture; I am proud that I can dance and sing to the words of my ancestors; I am proud to be Native American.

I am proud of the beauty that is naturally prominent within my culture; I am proud that I can dance and sing to the words of my ancestors; I am proud to be Native American.

Posted on November 5, 2020

By: Riley Werk, Aaniiih & Nakoda, Junior at Hays/LodgePole High School Há mikonabi! My name is Riley Werk, I am…

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CNAY 2020 Champions for Change to Extend Another Year 

CNAY 2020 Champions for Change to Extend Another Year 

Posted on October 28, 2020

Washington, DC, October 28, 2020- The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) at The Aspen Institute will extend its eighth class of CNAY Champions for Change to serve for another…

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It’s a holistic process to love yourself and to care for yourself

It’s a holistic process to love yourself and to care for yourself

Posted on October 10, 2020

By: Adrian, Navajo Nation “I think for me self-love and self-care go hand in hand. It’s a holistic process to…

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Apsáalooke Youth Create Murals to Encourage Tribal Members to Take Census

Apsáalooke Youth Create Murals to Encourage Tribal Members to Take Census

Posted on September 30, 2020

JoRee LaFrance, Apsáalooke, 2020 Aspeninstitute SOAR Fellow, and 2018 Generation Indigenous Movement Builders Fellow, collaborated with Apsáalooke artists Ben Pease to create a mural which…

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“And always remember, even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise to another day.”

“And always remember, even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise to another day.”

Posted on September 18, 2020

Content Warning: this blog mentions suicide and contains personal experiences and stories of personal hardship. The purpose is to destigmatize…

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“I Get to Choose My Own Path.”

“I Get to Choose My Own Path.”

Posted on September 8, 2020

Content Warning: this blog contains personal experiences and stories of personal hardship. The purpose is to destigmatize mental health and…

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