Crystal Ashike

The pulse of the drums and harmonious singing filled Fort Lewis College's Whalen Gym for the Hozhoni Days Powwow in Durango, Colorado.

The 20th anniversary of the Durango Independent Film Festival has not only marked a significant milestone in cinematic artistry but has also put a spotlight on the vital contributions of the Native Lens program. This initiative serves as an essential platform for Indigenous storytelling, showcasing the importance of authentic representation in the film industry.

Traditional Indigenous fire management can help prevent devastating fires like those currently impacting southern California.

A unique cultural event took place at the Durango Public Library recently, as community members came together to learn about Indigenous round dances. "Round Dance 101," hosted by the Durango School District and the Native American Parent Advisory Committee, provided a platform to explore a traditional ceremony.

Diné activists and voting rights groups joined community members on the Navajo Nation for a get-out-the-vote event.

KSUT's digital content editor for Tribal Radio, Crystal Ashike took part in the Indigenous Peoples Day march and celebration on Monday, October 10, 2022 in Durango, CO and shared these images:

Joy Harjo is an internationally renowned performer and writer of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, serving her third term as the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States.