These are my moccasins.

beyondbuckskin: Totally awesome photo by @bombayshells of a...

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:57:22 -0500

Totally awesome photo by @bombayshells of a fabulous jacket by @jamieokuma at the #BBBxP4 event the other night in #Phoenix!! #flynativestyle #studs #jacket #native #badass #fashion http://instagr.am/p/WWbf6AiYwT/

NEED.

The Discourse of Chiefs

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:27:38 -0500

(as it relates to research)

“Enough research.
We need action.
Our communities are in need.”

A deep, soft voice
from the back corner.

“We need more research.
We need to know
what is happening
in our communities.”

Research is knowing one another.
Our songs are our certificates.
Research is ceremony.

#ThomasKing #InconvenientIndian

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 20:40:56 -0500

#ThomasKing #InconvenientIndian

ayiman: In Personal Heroes, Thomas King. The Truth About...

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 19:20:31 -0500

ayiman:

In Personal Heroes, Thomas King.

The Truth About Stories

I’m Not the Indian You Had in Mind

And #InconvenientIndian #GreenGrassRunningWater #TruthandBrightWater

The year ahead.

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:05:22 -0500

The year ahead.

decolonizingmedia: Download. Print. Share....

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:11:07 -0500

decolonizingmedia:

Download. Print. Share. Decolonize.

#IdleNoMore

Letter to pm@pm.gc.ca (@pmharper)

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 10:18:00 -0500

Kwey,

Attawapiskat Chief Theresa Spence is currently on a hunger strike and demanding a meeting with you, the Prime Minister of Canada. Her people are suffering and have shown the world the issues many First Nations face across Turtle Island.

I am aware that Minister John Duncan has agreed to meet with Theresa Spence, but that is not enough. First Nations’ relationships with settlers predate Canada, and First Nations leaders have the right to engage in nation-to-nation relationships with representatives of the Crown.

As a payer of Canadian taxes and a citizen of the Anishinabe nation, I am writing to demand you meet with Chief Theresa Spence.

Gi-bizindaw.

Kitchi migwech,

Mallory Whiteduck

this-is-not-native: Native Appropriations brings the lulz to an...

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 08:41:20 -0400

this-is-not-native:

Native Appropriations brings the lulz to an otherwise infuriating article from Spirit Halloween.

(But really, what’s with all the “blast into the past!!” bullshit? Did someone miss the memo that we’re still here?)

Photo

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 19:39:56 -0400

winnipegfreepress: Scenes from an emotional march and rally...

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 23:09:29 -0400

John Woods / Winnipeg Free Press

John Woods / Winnipeg Free Press

John Woods / Winnipeg Free Press

John Woods / Winnipeg Free Press

John Woods / Winnipeg Free Press

winnipegfreepress:

Scenes from an emotional march and rally that ended at the Legislature yesterday, organized to draw attention to missing and murdered Aboriginal women. Grand chiefs are calling for a public inquiry following the arrest of a Winnipeg man, charged in the deaths of Tanya Nepinak, Carolyn Sinclair and Lorna Blacksmith. More: http://wfp.to/Yib

moderndayndnprincess: Brian Jungen (Swiss and Dunne-za First...

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 23:05:30 -0400

moderndayndnprincess:

Brian Jungen (Swiss and Dunne-za First Nations) will be the artist representing Vancouver at the 2012 Shanghai Biennale, an international contemporary art forum beginning Oct. 2.

More here

theopinionary: Nibwaakaawin—Wisdom: To cherish knowledge is to...

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:38:37 -0400

theopinionary:

Nibwaakaawin—Wisdom: To cherish knowledge is to know Wisdom. Wisdom is given by the Creator to be used for the good of the people. In the Anishinaabe language, this word expresses not only “wisdom,” but also means “prudence,” or “intelligence.” In some communities, Gikendaasowin is used; in addition to “wisdom,” this word can also mean “intelligence” or “knowledge.”

Zaagi’idiwin—Love: To know Love is to know peace. Love must be unconditional. When people are weak they need love the most. In the Anishinaabe language, this word with the reciprocal theme /idi/ indicates that this form of love is mutual. In some communities, Gizhaawenidiwin is used, which in most context means “jealousy” but in this context is translated as either “love” or “zeal”. Again, the reciprocal theme /idi/ indicates that this form of love is mutual.

Minaadendamowin—Respect: To honor all creation is to have Respect. All of creation should be treated with respect. You must give respect if you wish to be respected. Some communities instead use Ozhibwaadenindiwin or Manazoonidiwin.

Aakode’ewin—Bravery: Bravery is to face the foe with integrity. In the Anishinaabe language, this word literally means “state of having a fearless heart.” To do what is right even when the consequences are unpleasant. Some communities instead use either Zoongadikiwin (“state of having a strong casing”) or Zoongide’ewin (“state of having a strong heart”).

Gwayakwaadiziwin—Honesty: Honesty in facing a situation is to be brave. Always be honest in word and action. Be honest first with yourself, and you will more easily be able to be honest with others. In the Anishinaabe language, this word can also mean “righteousness.”

Dabaadendiziwin—Humility: Humility is to know yourself as a sacred part of Creation. In the Anishinaabe language, this word can also mean “compassion.” You are equal to others, but you are not better. Some communities instead express this with Bekaadiziwin, which in addition to “humility” can also be translated as “calmness,” “meekness,” “gentility” or “patience.”

Debwewin—Truth: Truth is to know all of these things. Speak the truth. Do not deceive yourself or others.

lastrealindians: Lastrealindians first cartoon, by Ernie His...

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 21:48:25 -0400

lastrealindians:

Lastrealindians first cartoon, by Ernie His Forehead Shines for Them

Source: http://www.lastrealindians.com/2012/03/22/last-real-indians/

guerrrillera: sacheen little feather

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 21:47:53 -0400

guerrrillera:

sacheen little feather

"To understand me, you’ll have to swallow a world."

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:34:56 -0500

“To understand me, you’ll have to swallow a world.”

- Salman Rushdie, Midnight’s Children

"Memory’s truth, because memory has its own special kind. It selects, eliminates, alters,..."

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:33:53 -0500

“Memory’s truth, because memory has its own special kind. It selects, eliminates, alters, exaggerates, minimizes, glorifies, and vilifies also; but in the end it creates its own reality.”

- Salman Rushdie, Midnight’s Children

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Tue, 06 Mar 2012 13:44:28 -0500

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Sun, 04 Mar 2012 17:01:11 -0500

indianvaudeville: Glasses From A Box (Taken with instagram)

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:49:43 -0500

indianvaudeville:

Glasses From A Box (Taken with instagram)

Photo

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 21:45:24 -0500