Lifting up traditional knowledge through sacred places
David LaSarte-Meeks (Coeur d'Alene) encourages Native people that they have what it takes to follow in the footsteps of their ancestors, innovate, and lead next generations.
Sacred places promote Native health
Former Isleta Pueblo Governor and Chief Judge Verna Teller (Isleta Pueblo) explains how lack of access and improving access to sacred places impacts the health and survival of Indigenous lifeways, cultures, and peoples today.
Protect sacred places, protect Native culture
Traditional knowledge, culture, health, and spirituality are so interconnected with Native American sacred places. NARF has a long history protecting sacred places and supporting solutions grounded in Indigenous thinking. This Native American Heritage month and through the end of the year, we will highlight the ongoing work to protect sacred places.
From J. Echohawk: We remain committed to Native rights
Although this most recent election cycle is coming to a close, the fight for Native rights, for Tribal sovereignty, and for a more just nation continues. This Native American
Organizations Ready to Support Voters During Election
The Voting Rights Working Group members offer resources and information to voters about their rights.
U.S. apologizes for federal Indian boarding schools, a key moment in Tribal-U.S. relations
U.S. President Joe Biden made a diplomatic visit to Gila River Indian Community to issue an apology from the United States to all Indigenous Americans for some of the harms the federal government caused through the policy of federal Indian boarding schools.
Support for Apache Stronghold’s petition to protect religious freedoms
Tribal Nations and organizations urged the U.S. Supreme Court to review lower court rulings impacting religious freedom and the sacred place called Oak Flat in English.
This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Turn Recognition Into Action
This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we recognize that honoring Native peoples means more than acknowledging the past. It means taking action to ensure Tribal Nations, their
The case against unreasonable voter laws in Arizona continues
It is important for Native voters in Arizona to know that they can satisfy the documentary proof of residence requirement by providing their Tribal enrollment number and that other options include a state ID with a US flag on it, a US passport, or a birth certificate.
Now Available: The Indigenous Peoples’ Guide to the United Nations
American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians increasingly contend with rights violations concerning transboundary matters that cannot be resolved through federal-level advocacy alone. From climate change and repatriation to traditional knowledge...
