Good Luck and Fortune: The Tradition of the Daruma
From Ambush (by Mio Koumura) – The traditional Japanese Daruma doll dates back hundreds of years, and represents luck and fortune especially as we prepare to ring in the new year.
Transformative Art Supporting Indigenous Prisoners’ Rights
From Underscore News + ICT (by Luna Reyna) – A new artistic collaboration raises awareness for incarcerated Indigenous people and their experiences in the prison system.
Reclaiming Japanese American Culture and Language after Decades of Erasure
From Densho (by Jennifer Noji) – Read a brief history of Japanese American’s forced assimilation and learn how organizations like Densho are working to reclaim and preserve their cultural heritage!
Sunny Singh’s Journey: From Entrepreneur to Philanthropist
From Seattle University – A new podcast from Seattle University’s Roundglass India Center highlights stories of the Northwest’s Indian American leaders.
Portland Exhibition Explores Art to Preserve Moments in Time
From Underscore Native News (by Nika Bartoo-Smith) – A new exhibition at Native Arts and Cultures Foundation showcases art from fellows they’ve worked with over the last 15 years.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a way to reflect as a country how we have treated Indigenous Peoples and strive for a better future. Celebrate Indigenous resilience and strength with events near you!
National Day of Remembrance for U.S. Indian Boarding Schools
September 30 marks the National Day of Remembrance for U.S. Indian Boarding Schools. Recent discoveries of mass graves at Canadian residential schools have highlighted the shared legacy of abuse in the U.S. and other countries. Healing starts with accountability from the institutions responsible.
