Monday, January 17, 2022 – The Native perspective on Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King often included Native people in his push to end racial oppression and segregationist policies. His monumental efforts to change the course of history built a foundation that Native Americans continue to build on. As we mark the federal holiday, we’ll reflect on the progress and setbacks since his historic civil rights fight.
Tuesday, January 18, 2022 – Building your financial foundation for 2022
If you’ve been putting it off, January is a good time to prepare your financial goals for the coming year. Also, it’s never too early to start preparing your annual tax forms. We’ll talk about some financial steps you can take to get yourself ready for 2022.
Wednesday, January 19, 2022 – Remembering Clyde Bellecourt
Clyde Bellecourt is among the handful of true giants of the American Indian Movement. He devoted his life to challenging injustices and building a more equitable world for Native Americans. From his early years patrolling the streets of Minneapolis to curb police brutality against Native residents, to his work helping establish job, education and health centers, Bellecourt formed a foundation that all Native people can now stand on.
Thursday, January 20, 2022 – Documenting Native progress and needs
The Indigenous Futures Survey is entering its third year. In that time it has been the most comprehensive data set for Native priorities, opinions and perspectives ever collected. The most recent survey counted more than 6,500 Native respondents. The results inform federal policy decisions and paint a more accurate picture of the issues important to Native people. We’ll review the contributions of the Indigenous Futures project and get a look at what else is in store.
Friday, January 21, 2022 – Native filmmakers at Sundance Film Festival
A Karuk girl embarks on a journey with her tribe’s revived coming of age ceremony; exploring the connection of creative expression balanced with Cherokee tradition, language and land; a Kanaka Maoli perspective of the nearly 40 minutes in 2014 when Hawaii residents were under what they could only assume was a credible threat of a ballistic missile attack. Those are among the films utilizing Native filmmakers recognized at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival.
