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As we kick off Native American Heritage Month, let’s honor the enduring presence and resilience of Native peoples throughout history. Despite centuries of colonization, forced assimilation, and systemic oppression, our communities continue to thrive, preserve our cultures, and build power for future generations. We will always be here, no matter what government tries to erase or oppress us. Our ancestors' strength and determination have paved the way for us to assert our right to be seen, heard, and respected! So, move out of the way – it's time for Natives to shine! This month, we invite you to join us in recognizing the significant contributions Native peoples have made to the fabric of this country's history, culture, and identity. How will you celebrate Native American Heritage Month? Share with us what resilience looks like to you. Share your stories, traditions, and experiences with us using #AlwaysHere Here’s a statement from the artist @lhaozous: “My art honors Indigenous sovereignty, matriarchy and resilience by representing Chiricahua Apache, Diné and Taos Pueblo designs, stories and symbolism. This piece, created for Native American Heritage Month 2024, celebrates the enduring strength of the Chiricahua Apache People, made possible by our Ancestors' prayers and songs.” -Lynnette Haozous, (San Carlos Apache Tribe) #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NAHM #NativeRepresentation

Our goal for the #NativesVote2024 campaign is to drive voter engagement, build power for Native peoples, and strengthen voting infrastructure for the next election. Native peoples have the power to influence the outcomes of this election and shape decisions that impact the issues most important to our people. https://loom.ly/IgredNE

TODAY - join us and mobilize for the Native vote! Sign up to text & phone bank Native voters! This year, every vote matters. Help us encourage Natives to participate in this year's election. Happening today from 6:00 - 9:00 pm (EDT). Sign up now! https://loom.ly/mJkwyl4

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with us through our online gallery space, featuring over 10 incredible partner organizations showcasing Native art and advocacy. Support, download, and share the posters, signs, stickers, shirt designs, and other materials to uplift Native voices and take action this election season. Let’s make an impact together! Check out the gallery— https://loom.ly/WRAIk2E Artwork made in collaboration with Amplifier, Native Organizers Alliance, Protect The Sacred, and the Native American Community Development Institute (NACDI). Image 1: Paige Pettibon | Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes | @paige_pettibon | In collaboration with Native Organizers Alliance #IndigenousPeoplesDay #NativesVote2024 #NativePower

Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day! Today, we uplift Native voices and celebrate our culture, our stories, and our dreams for a thriving Indigenous future. We’re here, stronger than ever, and building a world where our communities can flourish for generations to come. What does Indigenous Peoples’ Day mean to you? Share with us in the comments below! #IndigenousPeoplesDay #ChangeTheStory #ChangetheFuture #NativeStorytelling

Join us, in collaboration with Unfiltered.Media, for a webinar designed to further your skills and strategies for making impactful?content and mobilizing your audience for the 2024 election and beyond!

Our vote holds the power! This year isn't just about the Presidential election—it's about building lasting power in Indian Country! @IllumiNative and @NativeOrganizersAlliance are launching an unprecedented campaign to understand Native voters and their priorities to help motivate a record number of Native voters to vote this November. Ready to build capacity beyond 2024? Join us. Let's organize, register to vote, and get our communities to the polls on November 5th! #NativesVote2024 #HoldThePower

?We are hiring! ?IllumiNative is looking for a dynamic Director of Human Resources to join our team! Boulder/Denver, CO preferred (remote option available). Help drive our mission to amplify Native voices, stories, and issues, and build power for Native peoples. Apply now! ?? illuminative.org/careers

The preliminary results are in! You can now dive into all the preliminary research and findings from the first-ever Native Visibility and Power Convening! ??Read the resulting report and ??watch the full live-stream now on YouTube! https://loom.ly/HIDk2yc Over 1,400 attendees representing 400+ Tribes came together to strategize to transform our latest research into lasting narrative change strategies. We covered topics including media and entertainment, education, Native youth and services, political representation, Tribal sovereignty, climate justice, gender equity, federal Indian law, arts, mascots, and cultural appropriation. Stay tuned for more. The Native Visibility and Power Building Project’s full research will be available to the public in early 2025. The Native Visibility and Power Building Convening was supported in part by The Wallace Foundation and Patagonia. #NativeVisibilityAndPower #NativeRepresentation

Hollywood, it’s time to elevate Native talent—producers, directors, and actors—into key decision-making roles. This isn’t just about inclusion; it’s about ensuring our stories are told with the accuracy, respect, and depth they deserve. New research from IllumiNative and USC Norman Lear Center reveals the powerful impact Native representation has on TV. Shows like ‘Rutherford Falls’ and ‘Reservation Dogs’ are not just entertaining – they’re changing the narrative and driving increased support for Native issues. The study also highlights the importance of hiring Native talent on screen and behind the scenes to avoid harmful stereotypes and ensure authentic storytelling. Explore the full report: https://lnkd.in/ge5UA_vx Read the Variety exclusive now: https://lnkd.in/gRFVJUqR #NativeRepresentationMatters