Indigenous Prisoners Hold First Powwow Since 2019

For Native Americans incarcerated at the Washington State Penitentiary, the September event was a highlight of the year that they fought to preserve.

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Surviving the Pandemic with the Snotty Nose Rez Kids

The politically minded hip hop duo from the Haisla Nation kicked off their latest tour in Portland, after building a fanbase with the release of hit songs like “Skoden” and “Boujee Natives.”

Sacheen Littlefeather Has No Regrets

An apology from the Academy of Motion Pictures recognizes her historic role in bringing change to the film industry.

Indigenous Midwifery Center Aims to Revitalize Birth Practices

For the Center for Indigenous Midwifery, the goal is rebirth.

Acclaimed Author Fights Charges in Canada

Criminal charges against Dawn Dumont Walker in Oregon have been put on hold while Canadian charges are pending.

Hatched to Be Wild

Why tribes are pursuing a controversial salmon recovery strategy.

Photo Essay: Inaugural Native and Indigenous Bike Ride a Success

Pedalpalooza’s first ride geared exclusively toward Native and Indigenous riders drew attendees from as far away as the Gila River Indian Community in Arizona.

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Indigenous Survivors: Voices of Resilience

Justice Lags for Indigenous Survivors of Violence

For Indigenous families, the struggle to prosecute crimes committed by non-Natives on tribal land has created lasting trauma.

Desireé Coyote's Fight to Empower Survivors of Violence

Coyote's story, told through hours of interviews and documents, reveals how years of trauma and systemic failures drove her to advocate for survivors like her.

Indigenous Survivors: Voices of Resilience

Three Indigenous women in Oregon, all survivors of violence who have become advocates in the footsteps of Desireé Coyote, share their personal stories in an effort to inspire and help other survivors.

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