Events, Education, and other Activism
Our work reaches beyond organizing as we seek to build resilient indigenous power in various ways
Events and Initiatives
Advocacy for indigenous communities means many different things, for some it is direct action, and for others it is done in other ways, like education, celebrating resilience, adaptability. planning and organizing grassroots environmental campaigns.
First Supporter
New for 2024
First Supporter is the principle that people closest to an issue should guide the work. It keeps directly impacted communities at the center of decisions, pace, and direction, whether the struggle is environmental, social, or rooted in Indigenous experience. The framework shows supporters how to take a steady role without overtaking the work, and how to strengthen leadership rather than reshape it. Because the model focuses on clarity, responsibility, and relationship, it works across any form of organizing. When the right people lead and supporters hold their place with purpose, movements become clearer, more grounded, and better able to create change that reflects the needs of the community itself.
Ancestral Waters, a Water Protector Documentary
Screening
If you would like to arrange a screening of Ancestral Waters or have questions, we’d love to hear from you. We are also available for panel discussions.
Please send us an email at ndn@nativedailynetwork.org
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Events
Indigenous Together
Indigenous Together Biennial Gathering
In September 2023, we launched “Indigenous Together,” a pioneering event designed to bridge Indigenous nonprofits with the communities they are dedicated to serving. This biennial gathering is a dynamic platform for collaboration, sharing best practices, and forging deeper connections. On alternating years, we spotlight the remarkable stories of select nonprofits through compelling video narratives, showcasing their impactful work and community engagement. “Indigenous Together” not only celebrates the collective efforts of these organizations but also amplifies the voices and needs of the Indigenous communities they support.
Connection Day
Connection Day
The day before Earth Day. Connection Day embodies a call to recognize and honor the interconnectedness of all life, inspired by the Lakota principle of Mitakuye Oyasin, meaning “all my relations” or “we are all related.” This inaugural event in Tacoma seeks to unite local communities with a significant focus on Indigenous leadership and wisdom from members of the Puyallup Tribe and beyond, in a collective reflection on our shared responsibilities towards Earth and each other. The lowkey event will conclude with a community clean-up of the area in which the event is held. As we prepare for Earth Day, Connection Day serves as a profound reminder of the bonds we share with each other and our planet.