Indige-Nurse is a column published by Powwows.com and written by Jeanette Centeno, a Registered Nurse (RN) and Case Manager (CM) who holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Centeno (Taíno) draws on her experience in the medical field and her own indigenous background to educate Native communities on the...
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Conversation with Corinne Rice: Writer, Activist, and Influencer
This week, we talked with writer, activist, and indigenous influencer Corinne Rice. As a journalist and writer, she’s been educating people on native-specific topics for many years. She’s been featured in Huffington Post, Buzzfeed, and more. In our conversation, we talk about various topics. We talk about the pandemic, how...
2021 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow Information
The Gathering of Nations April 23-24, 2021 Virtual Event Powwows.com will once again be live streaming The Gathering of Nations (GON), North America's largest Pow Wow, which be held virtually for the second straight year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. GON is a two-day experience featuring dynamic Pow Wow dancing,...
Powwow Calendar Update – April 9, 2021
Pow Wows are happening again in some areas! Many are still having to cancel or change their dates. Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of weeks! Find Pow Wows in your state or province! Plan...
Native American Tattoos: 50 of the Most Intricate Designs
Native American tattoos have been all the rage for years. While some non-Native people get tattoos of tribal chiefs, geometric designs, nature, totems, dream catchers, and spirit animals that represent the Native American cultures, people who are actually Native often get them for more personal reasons. The ritual of getting...
Shop Native Artist of the Month: Tipiziwin Tolman
Each month, we're celebrating a Native American artist, whose work you can find on our Shop Native directory, which features both Native American products and products made for Natives. These products include clothing, beauty, beadwork, herbal, art, blankets, and more. With over 40 companies and products already listed, the directory...
Shop Native Artist Of The Month: John Pepion
Each month, we're celebrating a Native American artist, whose work you can find on our Shop Native directory, which features both Native American products and products made for Natives. These products include clothing, beauty, beadwork, herbal, art, blankets, and more. With over 40 companies and products already listed, the directory...
Pow Wows In Your Province – Pow Wows In Canada
The Pow Wow Calendar on PowWows.com lists thousands of Native American events across Canada and the United States. You can find them in your province! Find one near you by using the Pow Wow Calendar. Plan your Pow Wow travel with special discounts just for you! Pow Wow Travel Pow Wows in Canada...
Interior Department Ramps Up Efforts to Address Missing, Murdered Native Americans
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced the formation of a new Missing and Murdered Unit (MMU) within the Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Justice Services (BIA-OJS). The unit will investigate missing and murdered Native Americans and Alaska Natives. About 84 percent of Native women experience violence in their...
How Many Native American Tribes Are There?
Across the United States, hundreds of Native American tribes continue their traditional lifeways to sustain their inherent sovereignty. Today's Native American tribes descend from the original inhabitants of North America who have been making history for more than 20,000 years. In early American history, tribes were forcibly removed from their...