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VIDEO: ACT, ATTEND, APPRECIATE


VIDEO: ACT, ATTEND, APPRECIATE


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Content warning: The video below references violence and death. Please be
advised, as this content may be upsetting to some learners. We acknowledge the
learners who engage with this content come from across the globe and approach it
from a wide range of lived experiences.

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Recognizing Native American Heritage Month isn’t a passive venture. Instead,
it’s an opportunity for each of us to take action and learn more about a vital
aspect of North, Central, and South American history and life. This year, step
up and expand your understanding of Indigenous cultures by following these tips:



Read a book. Or, better, read a few books! Whenever you’re looking for a way to
expand your perspective, reading is a great way to go. From nonfiction titles
about Native American history to works of fiction by Indigenous authors, spend
some time learning about other points of view. A few suggestions include Heart
Berries: A Memoir by Terese Marie Mailhot, There, There by Tommy Orange, Where
the Dead Sit Talking by Brandon Hobson, Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall
Kimmerer, and This Land Is Their Land by David J. Silverman.



Support Indigenous businesses. From apparel to art to cosmetics and more,
businesses run by Native Americans offer a wide range of products. To start,
check out B. Yellowtail Collective, Beyond Buckskin Boutique, SheNative Goods,
Indigenous Cosmetics, Eighth Generation, and others with online storefronts.



Settle in for some entertainment. TV and movies are a great way to get a glimpse
inside other cultures and experiences from the comfort of your couch. This
Native American Heritage Month check out documentaries such as Without A Whisper
- Konnón:kwe which, according to Indian Country Today, “uncovers the hidden
history of the profound influence Indigenous women had on the beginnings of the
women’s rights movement in the United States.” Ohiyesa: The Soul of an
Indian traces the extraordinary life of Charles Eastman (Ohiyesa)—from
traditional Dakota boyhood, through education at Dartmouth College, and in later
roles as physician, author, lecturer and Native American advocate.



Donate to support a good cause. Many Indigenous-led organizations are working
hard to improve the health and well-being of Native American communities across
the country. If you’re able, consider donating to one of their causes. A few
examples include the Center for Native American Youth which, according to
Cultural Survival, “works to improve the health, safety, and overall well-being
of Native American youth through your recognition, inspiration and leadership,”
and Wisdom of the Elders which focuses on the “preservation of oral history,
cultural arts, language concepts, and traditional ecological knowledge.”



Attend an event or visit a museum. Native American culture is a rich one. So
take the time to seek out an event or attend a museum dedicated to an aspect of
this history. From art to ceremonies to folklore, famous individuals, and
historical examinations of everyday life, learning more about various tribe’s
cultures will help you better appreciate and understand Native American
heritage.


Watch: Hearing Native American stories in their own voices is an important step
on the road to learning, acting, and understanding. This video from
BuzzfeedVideo brings together four Indigenous voices to answer commonly asked
questions about Native American life, history, and identity.


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For a lighter look at some aspects of Native American experience without
sacrificing depth or poignancy, check out the classic film Smoke Signals
starring Adam Beach, Evan Adams, and Irene Bedard. Or, for a fresher take, try
the new comedy series from Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi, Reservation Dogs, on
Hulu.

Take Away: There are many ways to appreciate and honor our own culture and those
we don’t personally share. This November during Native American Heritage Month,
do just that by expanding your understanding of Indigenous history and
experience across the Americas. Beneath assumptions and beyond simplified
histories and perceptions, there is a wealth of culture and nuance waiting to be
discovered.


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