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04/26/2026

𝐖𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝟏,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨'𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 native forever 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬.

04/25/2026

My daughter and I in our parkas I made.

04/24/2026

We need a big A'ho Proud to be Native American

04/23/2026

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04/22/2026

04/21/2026

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04/19/2026

A true warrior’s spirit. Sergeant Billy Walks About earned every honor through courage, service, and heart. He served with quiet strength, guided by values rooted in duty, community, and respect—never seeking attention, only doing what was right when it mattered most.

His story reminds us that bravery isn’t about recognition or headlines. It’s about sacrifice, resilience, and love for others, even in the hardest moments. Long after the uniform is set aside, that kind of courage continues to speak.

Sergeant Billy Walks About’s legacy still commands respect and gratitude—a reminder that true warriors carry honor not just in battle, but in how they live and serve. 🪶🔥

04/19/2026

The Niitsitapi, commonly known as the Blackfoot or Blackfeet, refer to themselves with this term meaning “the real people” or “the original people.” They are a confederation of Indigenous nations from the Great Plains of North America, traditionally located in what is now Montana in the United States, and Alberta and Saskatchewan in Canada.
The Niitsitapi Confederacy is composed of four main nations: the Siksika (the Blackfoot proper), the Kainai (also known as the Blood), and the Piikani, who are divided into the Aamskapi Piikani (Southern Piikani) in the U.S. and the Apatohsipiikani (Northern Piikani) in Canada.
Historically, they were a warrior people and skilled buffalo hunters, with a culture deeply connected to the land and their spiritual traditions. Despite challenges and changes throughout history, the Niitsitapi have maintained a strong cultural identity and continue to preserve their language, customs, and ancestral ceremonies..

04/18/2026

Elouise Cobell – The Woman Who Took on the U.S. Government and Won
Elouise Cobell, known as Yellow Bird Woman was a Blackfeet Nation banker and rancher in Montana who grew tired of watching Native Americans get cheated out of their rightful land income. For over a century, the U.S. government mismanaged and misplaced billions of dollars in trust funds owed to Native people for the use of their lands. When no one else would step up, Elouise did.
In 1996, she filed the largest class-action lawsuit ever brought against the federal government by Native Americans. She faced endless delays, resistance, and even personal attacks. But she refused to give up. For 15 years, she battled in court, traveling the country, raising awareness, and rallying other Native people to speak out. In 2009, the government agreed to a $3.4 billion settlement—the largest in U.S. history for Indian trust mismanagement.
Elouise Cobell didn’t just win money; she won justice and recognition for generations of Native families who had been ignored and dismissed. Her fierce spirit proved that one determined woman could shake the foundations of power and force a nation to admit its wrongs. She remains a legend of courage, financial wisdom, and unshakable loyalty to her people.

04/17/2026

For generations, Indigenous stories appeared on screen without Indigenous voices guiding the lens. Representation existed, but true control rarely did. That gap shaped how the world viewed Native communities—and how Native youth learned to see themselves. 🎬🪶
The first Oscar nomination for a film directed by an Indigenous North American creator marks a long-overdue shift. This moment goes beyond trophies or headlines. It represents authorship, truth, and the power to tell stories without outside filters distorting lived experience.
When Indigenous creators lead their own narratives, the stories carry authenticity, depth, and cultural truth that cannot be replicated. This milestone opens doors—but it also highlights how many voices are still waiting for the chance to be heard on their own terms..