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Hi, I’m from Australia and was wondering what a name for ‘baby girl’ would be.

Hi. I’m from Australia and was wondering what a name for ‘baby girl’ would be. Hi from Turtle Island!! This is a great question. In the United States (what the indigenous people call Turtle Island) there are 573 federally recognized tribes in the lower 48 states, 223 village communities in…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Education, Identity, Non-Native Allies

Do Native Americans have different accents when they speak English?

Do Native Americans have different accents when they speak English depending on the region or tribe they come from? Or do Native Americans all have a similar “accent” when speaking English? Yes, they do. This is because there are hundreds of different tribal languages being spoken today. Many of our…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Education, Identity

I’m struggling in school, it’s all too much

I’m struggling in school, it’s all too much. Not doing as well as you expected in school can be really tough. You might be feeling a variety of feelings of disappointment, and confusion. I want you to know that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Here are some suggestions that can help…

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Topics: Education, Identity, Life Tips, Mental Health

I started to learn about my culture last year (ICWA) and one family member told me I carried bad medicine after an argument

I started to learn about my culture last year (ICWA) and one family member told me I carried bad medicine after an argument, they told community that I’m on drugs, I know this is just my side but I know myself. Now I’m ashamed to go to ceremony. What do…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Education, Identity, Intolerance, Non-Native Allies

Laws that protect indigenous families

I will like to know what are the laws that protect indigenous families all over the Americas? You’ll hear Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) when talking about Indigenous families in North America. This was in response to the separation and sometimes forced removal of Native children from their homes and…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Education, Identity, Non-Native Allies

My white family is disrespectful of native culture. What do I do?

My white family is disrespectful of native culture. What do I do? Not being appreciated for your native heritage can be difficult, especially if it’s coming from your family members who you want to love and respect. There are a couple of things you can do: Educate – if you…

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Topics: Education, Identity, Non-Native Allies

My friend at school posted hurtful things on social media about me

My friend at school posted hurtful things on social media about me – for everyone to see. She is my friend and my class is really small – I’m in 8th grade – we stay together as a class all day every day. She’s the only Native in my class…

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Topics: Education, Identity, Intolerance, Mental Health

How do I become a motivational speaker with my high school?

Hi Cheyenne, It’s exciting to hear that young people want to share their lives and experiences. Motivational speakers can deliver presentations and speeches on any topic. What is important is your passion for the topic you are speaking on. First, identify your message. Second, your audience. Then brush up on…

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Topics: Activism, Education

What are the best places to study

Dear Auntie, I want to start off this school year on a good foot by getting better grades. Any tips for studying? Starting off with this goal like ‘getting better grades’ is a great way to start off the year. Something to think about is what kind of learner are…

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What is FAFSA

Hi Auntie, what is FAFSA? I’m looking into scholarships but that’s all I see everywhere. Can you help? Good question! What’s FAFSA? So FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid, which is run by the US Department of Education. Once you’ve been accepted to a school, this will…

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Topics: Education, Life Tips

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Hi, I’m from Australia and was wondering what a name for ‘baby girl’ would be.

Do Native Americans have different accents when they speak English?

I’m struggling in school, it’s all too much

I started to learn about my culture last year (ICWA) and one family member told me I carried bad medicine after an argument

Laws that protect indigenous families

My white family is disrespectful of native culture. What do I do?

My friend at school posted hurtful things on social media about me

How do I become a motivational speaker with my high school?

What are the best places to study

What is FAFSA

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