Clean energy or green colonialism? Tribes want Biden to save the Owyhee Canyonlands
The sacred lands of the Owyhee Canyonlands face threats from mining and development. Learn how tribes in Oregon, Idaho and Nevada along with conservationists and advocates are fighting to preserve these sacred lands—and why time is running out.
Read the full story to learn why this site is important for our future generations. Link in bio.
#ProtectOwyhee #IndigenousLands #SacredLands
Barbie honors an Osage ballet legend
Mattel honors Maria Tallchief, America's first prima ballerina, with a stunning new doll in the Inspiring Women Series. Dressed in red to commemorate her 1949 debut in The Firebird, this tribute honors her legacy. Tallchief, a member of the Osage Nation shattered barriers to become the first Native American artist to attain this prestigious position.
Watch to learn more about this historical figure.
#MariaTallchief #BarbieInspiringWomen #InspiringWomenSeries #Mattel
Have you ever stopped to think about what AI means for our environment? 🤖🌎
As AI continues to shape our future, it's crucial we address its environmental footprint. From energy consumption to e-waste, the path to innovation must also prioritize sustainability.
ICT's Daniel Herrera shares more on this critical topic, exploring how we can balance cutting-edge technology with the urgent need to protect our planet. 📺 WATCH:
#AI #Sustainability #ClimateChange #TechForGood #Environment
As we gather with loved ones this holiday season, what’s on your menu?
Discover how renowned chef Sean Sherman—a proud Oglala Lakota citizen and founder of the award winning-restaurant Owamni—is transforming the culinary world with Indigenous ingredients. Known as the Sioux Chef (@the_sioux_chef), his mission goes beyond the table: his nonprofit is spreading the vision of making food local, sustainable, and rooted in Indigenous culture across the country. 🌽🐟🍃
Bring a taste of Indigenous cuisine to your own celebrations this season. WATCH NOW:
#TheSiouxChef #SeanSherman #Owamni #IndigenousFoods
Fort Vancouver
Fort Vancouver holds a rich history that intertwines with the legacies of the Chinook, Cowlitz, Klickitat, and other tribal communities in the area. The land offers a connection to their heritage and a symbol of the tribes’ early influence in what is now Clark County.
In the video, Chairman Iyall and Spiritual Leader Tanna Engdahl show the enduring spirit of the Cowlitz people—this is their ‘alashikash’ (meaning a place for turtles). #sponsoredpost
https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/trip-planning/community-profile/native-american-culture/
'We are one of the lucky ones'
The Navajo Nation is one of the largest tribe in the U.S., yet many citizens are still living without running water or electricity. 🔌
After five years of waiting, one family in Halchita, Utah is putting away their kerosene lanterns after receiving connection to the power grid through the "Light Up Navajo" project. This initiative, funded by both private and public sources, is bringing electricity to Navajo homes and lighting the way for a brighter future.
Learn how this new connection has transformed this family's way of life and how it's just the beginning of lasting change for the Navajo Nation.💡WATCH:
#NavajoNation #NavajoElectricity #NTUA #LightUpNavajo
'We are not landless anymore'
For years, they were known as the "Landless Tribe"—but that’s changed. After receiving federal recognition just five years ago, the Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians is now reclaiming their identity and shedding that name.
👉 Discover the tribe's 150-year struggle with the government and what this victory means for their future. WATCH:
#LittleShellTribe #Landback #FederalRecognition
Laguna & Kewa Pueblo artist reshapes the art space
Jesse Littlebird (@jesselittlebird) is a multimedia artist who is taking his work into a bold new direction. From film and painted landscapes to his latest creation—a pottery-style painted car—Littlebird is blending classic Southwest aesthetics with modern innovation. His work is sparking conversations across generations and cultures, challenging us to rethink what Native art can be.
Learn more about the Laguna/Kewa Pueblo artist's projects reshaping the art space in this interview with ICT's Paris Wise. WATCH:
#PuebloArt #NewMexicoArt #RethinkingArt
Underground reflections from the Black Hills
In the Black Hills of South Dakota, a former gold mine—the largest in North America at the time—now houses an underground lab.
Oglala Lakota artist Marty Two Bulls, Jr. shares his powerful perspective on the lasting impact of mining on his people and their sacred lands. Tune in to hear the history of culture, resilience, and the intersection of science and Indigenous history. WATCH:
#BlackHills #OglalaLakota #IndigenousHistory #SouthDakota #ICT
🔋 Big news for energy independence and the planet! 🌎
ICT's Daniel Herrera visited Gila River Indian Community in Arizona to visit a first of its kind solar panel project in the western hemisphere that was recently completed. Tune in to learn how this will empower energy sovereignty for the tribe while making a positive impact on the environment. 🌱📺 WATCH:
#solarenergy #EnergySovereignty #tribalenergysovereignty #ICTNews
Native veterans often face unique challenges, from limited access to healthcare in rural areas to language barriers that make navigating VA benefits difficult. It’s crucial that these heroes get the support they deserve.
In this insightful interview, ICT speaks with Cassandra Morgan, program lead of Dine’ Naazbaa Partnership. Their mission? To ensure Native veterans can access essential Veterans Administration services and mental health resources.
Tune in to learn how community is a key part of making sure veterans receive the care they need. WATCH:
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #VeteransDay #IndigenousVeterans #NativeVeterans
We’re catching up with Jonathan Nez at a watch party in Flagstaff, Arizona! 🎥
In this exclusive interview with ICT's Senior Producer Shirley Sneve, he shares his thoughts on the night so far and gives an update on extended voting hours in Arizona.
Tune in for all the details!
#NativeVote2024 #ElectionNight #Flagstaff #Arizona #ICTNews #IndianCountry
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