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“We must lift the voices of surviving family members to fight for the justice that is overdue for missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls,” Democratic party leaders said.
Reconciliation Rising: Nancy Carlson (May 4, 2021)
Since 1990, Nancy Carlson and other non-Native residents in a small Nebraska community have hosted annual reunions for survivors of the Genoa Indian School. 
Tim Giago: A wacipi that hid many secrets (May 3, 2021)
Every Lakota knows where we have been and now we are struggling to find out where we are going. 
Navajo student invited to President Biden’s address to Congress (April 27, 2021)
When President Joe Biden delivers his first address to Congress, a young citizen of the Navajo Nation will be there as a special guest. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation celebrates our people (April 26, 2021)
Since time immemorial, we remain one Cherokee Nation. We celebrate each other and our traditions as Cherokees, wherever we are. 
Navajo Nation welcomes First Lady Dr. Jill Biden (April 23, 2021)
The Navajo Nation welcomes First Lady of the United States Dr. Jill Biden for a historic, two-day visit to the largest reservation in the United States. 
Tim Giago: Mass shootings are almost becoming a daily affair (April 22, 2021)
America has become a national disgrace when it comes to guns and that has to change. 
Native runners were once the dominant force in South Dakota distance running. That is no longer the case.
More and more school districts across the country are reopening their doors to students as states start seeing improving COVID-19 infection numbers.
#ShutDownDAPL Court Hearing (April 9, 2021)
Lakota youth came to the nation’s capital to tell the Biden administration to shut down the Dakota Access Pipeline. Did anyone listen? 
The House Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States will take testimony on the Save Oak Flat Act on April 13, 2021.
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect communities worldwide with many communities being forced to utilize resources on a virtual level and think outside of the box when it comes to teaching.
Cronkite News: Native community takes off on video sharing app (April 5, 2021)
Native people join TikTok for different reasons. But they stay for the community, for the culture and to fulfill their sacred duty. 
Cheyenne River Youth Project set to build new art center (April 5, 2021)
The Cheyenne River Youth Project will break ground for its new art center in July 2021. 
Five years since the fight against the Dakota Access Pipeline became a worldwide movement, and four years after tribes and their allies took to the streets of D.C. in protest, Lakota youth returned to the nation’s capital.
Native America Calling: Tik Tok’s Native stars #NativeTikTok (April 2, 2021)
Native America Calling will talk with Tik Tok creators about getting noticed on the popular video platform. 
Horse ride honors life of Native educator Dorothy Kiyukan (March 31, 2021)
Dorothy “Scootie” Kiyukan Ziegler, who passed away in January 2021, was passionate about Native youth, culture and horses. 
Cronkite News: Native bull riders make a splash on rodeo scene (March 30, 2021)
An increasing number of Natives, including Keyshawn Whitehorse and Cody Jesus from the Navajo Nation, are participating in bull riding and making an impact. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (March 29, 2021)
Listen. Watch. Read. NAFOA has all the news you need. 
MSU News: Students honored with Native leadership awards (March 26, 2021)
Six Montana State University students are being recognized for their academic excellence, community service and leadership. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (March 22, 2021)
NAFOA supports tribal leaders, Native professionals, and Native youth. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (March 15, 2021)
NAFOA stays on top of the news so you always start your week informed and ready. 
Nine Indian Country bills affecting tribal nations and Alaska Natives are taking their first step forward in the U.S. Senate.
Bill recognizes tribal jurisdiction over non-Indian offenders (March 9, 2021)
Democrats are moving quickly to update the Violence Against Women Act with added protections for women in tribal communities.
Native America Calling: Are school sports safe yet? (March 9, 2021)
Sports are an important part of life for Native athletes and their parents. How is COVID-19 affecting them? 
Tim Giago: Racist law harms survivors of Indian boarding schools (March 8, 2021)
I am a survivor of the Holy Rosary Indian Mission Boarding School. I do not want to be honored. 
For the first time in three decades, the Winnebago Lady Indians have made it to the basketball playoffs in Nebraska.
The 2021 American Indian Council Powwow at Montana State University will go online March 22-28, in adherence to COVID-19 restrictions.
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (March 1, 2021)
NAFOA looks out for our community — help us grow by forwarding this newsletter!
Native America Calling: Maintaining harmony in the household (February 22, 2021)
While Native traditions favor family bonds, a year cooped up in the house together can strain even the closest relationships. 
Indian Health Service announces ‘SAFE-IHS’ hotline to report abuse (February 16, 2021)
The Indian Health Service announced a hotline to accept reports of suspected child or sexual abuse following controversy involving a pediatrician who was convicted of crimes against young patients. 
“This is what this fight for Oak Flat is revealing,” said Wendsler Nosie Sr. of the Apache Stronghold. “Why can’t all Americans know they’ve met an angel at a holy place?”
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (February 8, 2021)
The NAFOA newsletter has something for everyone – from Native students to Tribal Leaders. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation works to protect sovereignty (February 1, 2021)
To keep collaboration strong and safeguard our sovereignty, the Cherokee Nation pays close attention what’s happening in the Oklahoma Legislature. 
Native women win major award for ‘Water Protectors’ book (January 27, 2021)
A book inspired by the movement at Standing Rock is educating young people around the world about Native rights.
Native America Calling: When to turn to speech therapy (January 25, 2021)
The National Institutes of Health says early intervention and speech therapy are key to helping children with speech and language disorders learn to communicate. 
Gaylord News: Indian boarding school era still lives on for many (January 18, 2021)
About 8,000 students attended the Carlisle Indian Industrial School, whose founder had a motto: “Kill the Indian in him, and save the man.”
Native America Calling: Learning loss during the pandemic (January 13, 2021)
Native students are falling further and further behind due to COVID-19. How can we get them back on track? 
Cronkite News: Young athletes raise awareness for missing and murdered (January 6, 2021)
The sight can be jarring: As a runner’s graceful stride brings her closer, her face comes into focus. 
Gaylord News: MMIW dress added to Smithsonian exhibit (January 4, 2021)
For Isabella Aiukli Cornell, prom was a way to bring attention to the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.
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