Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with Us!
November is a special time of the year when we come together to celebrate and honor the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native Americans. Native American Heritage Month is a time to recognize the enduring spirit and resilience of Indigenous peoples throughout the Americas. It's an opportunity for us to learn, appreciate, and celebrate their unique histories, cultures, and traditions.
Throughout the month of November, our advocacy community is committed to raising awareness and promoting a deeper understanding of Native American heritage. We invite you to join us in this journey of discovery and appreciation. Here's how you can get involved:
Educational Workshops and Events: We hope you will attend workshops, events, and educational sessions planned throughout the month. Please share in this community those events and your learnings by posting on this space.
Learning Resources: Explore the vast array of resources available to deepen your understanding of Native American history and culture. From books and documentaries to online resources, there are many ways to expand your knowledge.
Native American Heritage Month provides a unique opportunity to come together, celebrate, and amplify the voices of Indigenous communities. It's a time to acknowledge their enduring legacies and ongoing contributions to our society.
Let's come together to honor and celebrate Native American Heritage Month. We believe that by recognizing and embracing the rich cultures of Native Americans, we can move closer to building a more inclusive and harmonious world. We hope you will be able to join as at the NASAI: Native American Student Advocacy Institute in Minneapolis, Minn., June5–7, 2024.
Poet Laureate of the United States Joy Harjo, June 6, 2019.
Harjo is the first Native American to serve as poet laureate and is a member of the Muscogee Creek Nation.
Photo by Shawn Miller/Library of Congress.