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Columbus Statues must come down
“Governor Cuomo’s eloquence in response to the anti-racism movement sparked by the murder of George Floyd apparently does not extend to the genocide and enslavement those first transatlantic voyages initiated…
In Memory of Kevin T. Tarrant
In memory of our friend and colleague Kevin Tarrant. Please give as you are able to support his family and his legacy. We are thankful these wonderful words from Safe…
Event Cancelled: Haudenosaunee Women’s Influence
Due to concerns about the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), we have made the difficult decision to cancel our March 9th event, The Haudenosaunee Women’s Influence on the Women’s Movement with…
The 2020 Global Indigenous Women’s Caucus
Canceled due to COVID-19 concerns 19th Annual Global Indigenous Women’s Caucus Honoring our Founding Mothers United Nations Church Center 777 United Nations Plaza, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10017 April…
Haudenosaunee Women’s Influence on The Women’s Rights Movement
Cancelled due to COVID-19 Concerns Join us March 9th at Ethical NYC for an evening with Gloria Steinem, Sally Roesch Wagner, Jeanne Shenandoah, & Gaeñ hia uh/Betty Lyons. This event features…
Indigenous peoples can guide scientists in fight against climate change (Commentary)
Executive Director Betty Lyons published an op-ed on Syracuse.com today discussing the importance of caring for mother earth and the work of plant biologist Dr. Robin Kimmerer. Please take a…
Indigenous peoples can guide scientists in fight against climate change
Indigenous peoples can guide scientists in fight against climate change (Commentary)
Remembering Esmeralda
What a gift to know a giant among humans. Esmerlada— our dear sister and friend; our Elder and teacher has passed on. We know that she can rest now, and…
Christian Domination and the Failure of ‘Truth and Reconciliation’
A conference in Onondaga Nation Territory, at Syracuse University and Skä·noñh—Great Law of Peace Center, Saturday and Sunday, 17-18 August 2019. This conference continues discussions between religious communities and Indigenous…
Urgent Action request to UNOHCHR Regional Office for Central America
Call for Solidarity and Support of Indigenous Peoples NYA•WEÑHA SKÄ•NOÑH: Thank you for being well Below is a letter of concern delivered by the American Indian Law Alliance (aila.ngo) to…
Doctrine of Discovery and Colonial Terrorism
The truth, while spoken, never dies. It is a flame that may rest, smouldering in our bones. Perhaps for generations Yet in these very lines it will rekindle We are…
