Monday, February 14, 2022 – The 2022 State of Indian Nations
This year’s annual State of Indian Nations address is the third under threat of the COVID-19 pandemic that is disproportionately affecting Native Americans. Also, tribes in Oklahoma continue to battle with the state since the U.S. Supreme Court weighed in on criminal jurisdiction. And the U.S. and Canada are forced to face their past transgressions at boarding schools. We’ll hear the address and get reaction.
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 – New life for VAWA
A revamped version of the Violence Against Women Act has bipartisan support in Congress. Originally enacted in 1995 and later amended to give tribes more authority to hold domestic abusers and other violent offenders accountable, the law expired in 2018. Congressional lawmakers supporting the reauthorization say it includes provisions allowing tribes to go after non-Native perpetrators of sexual violence.
Wednesday, February 16, 2022 – Resources for families facing public trauma
The 2016 shooting death in Saskatchewan of Coulton Boushie, from the Red Pheasant Cree Nation, touched off a national discussion about race and justice. The public pressure of the debate compounded the trauma of Boushie’s family, who were thrust into the spotlight at the worst time of their lives. Since that time, the family has worked to develop resources for other families that are both grieving a tragic event and forced to be their own advocates to the public.
Thursday, February 17, 2022 – Rebuilding White Clay
A tiny Nebraska town once known for being a destructive source of alcohol for Pine Ridge Reservation residents, could be a model of hope and healing. White Clay’s liquor establishments were closed down in 2017. Now a collection of visionary community members see the town as a potential hub for substance abuse treatment and transition facilities for vulnerable populations.
Friday, February 18, 2022 – The worst date ever
Valentines Day is a time of romance for some, and heartache for others. Whether or not you’ve adequately processed Valentines Day 2022, we’ll extend the discussion with a look at Native singles’ worst dates. We’ll hear your stories of dating gone wrong and get advice from relationship experts on how to stay strong despite romance disasters.
