Cierra Fields

Ambassador

Cierra Fields

Cierra, Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma (OK), is one of three Champions from the Center for Native American Youth at the Aspen Institute. A melanoma cancer survivor, Cierra is a strong advocate in the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma to promote healthy lifestyles to reduce the risk of cancer. She is also big into cultural art and helping preserve her traditions through the making of traditional masks, dresses, and paintings. Cierra possess strong leadership skills and isn’t scared to stand up for what she believes in. For her, being a We R Native Ambassador means giving Native youth a sense of pride and showing them that resources are available and given the opportunity, Native Americans can come together as one. Don’t be surprised if you see Cierra on Capitol Hill in the future.

Hi Auntie! My family is half-Cherokee and not white-passing, but they were raised white and so was I. Is it appropriate to try and reconnect even though I’m totally uncultured? Thank you

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