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Native VOICES Episode 3
Does Size Really Matter?
As a teenager, we’re all consumed with similar worries. From wanting to...
Preparing for Your Driver’s Test
Getting your driver’s license is an exciting and life-changing experience! There is...
Anatomy: Assigned Sex at Birth (Male)
How to Help a Friend Who Drank Too Much
Being around a friend who drank too much can be scary, especially...
How to Face Your Bully When You Go Back to School
Going back to school after a break, whether summer or Christmas, can...
Seven Generations
Young American Indian men, especially in the Northern Plains, face a greater...
Establishing Healthy Boundaries with Family
Family relationships can be beautiful but tricky to navigate at times. Learning...
Ways to Help a Friend Who is Being Bullied
Bullying is never fun or funny, especially when it’s happening to a...
Anatomy: Assigned Sex at Birth (Female)
Stocking Your Pantry: A Guide to Pantry Necessities
Whether you’re new to cooking or just moved into your own place,...
Financial Aid – Getting Money for College
Going to college can be expensive, but financial aid and scholarships can...
Does Breast Size Really Matter?
What Does Disability Really Mean?
How Do You Define Disability? “Disability” can mean different things to different...
Heads Up: Sex Must Start with Consent
The idea of having sex can be both exciting and nerve-wracking! You...
I Strengthen My Nation: Sierra
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), in partnership with We R...
How to Swap in Healthier Foods for Junk Food
With our busy schedules, from school to sports to work, it can...
How to Access Free or Low-Cost Birth Control
When it comes to birth control, there are many different options available...
I Strengthen My Nation: Caitlin
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), in partnership with We R...
My Abortion Story
Acknowledgment: We R Native would like to thank the author for sharing...
Tips for Teens with Diabetes
Diabetes can happen to anyone at any age. Type 1 diabetes (T1D)...
Sexual Orientation: A Spectrum Of Attraction
How to Stay Safe from COVID-19
Going to school in person can be super fun. You get to...
How to Protect Yourself from the Flu
The fall season is an exciting time! There are fun activities to...
Sex Assigned at Birth and Gender Identity: What Is The Difference?
What is Roe v. Wade?
You might have heard about Roe v. Wade being “overturned.” This article...
How To Prepare for Your First Date
First dates can be both exciting and nerve-racking, whether it’s your first...
Sexual Orientations Explained: Lesbian, Gay, Heterosexual and Bisexual
HPV Vaccine
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections...
Real Talk About Sexual Pleasure
Sexual pleasure comes from understanding how your body works and what feels...
Becoming Jane Doe
Alara, an Athabaskan and Tlingit transwoman, found her gender identity through drag....
Thinking About Having Sex
It’s important that you think through your decision to have sex with...
Wait what?! That’s what you do with lube?
A little-known fact is that lube can be a real game-changer when...
There’s Heart Here
Roller derby champion. Activist. Cyclist. Follow three indigenous members of the Two...
Sex 101
People define “sex” in different ways. The dictionary defines it as “sexually...
Oral Sex
Oral sex is using one’s mouth to stimulate a partner’s genitals. Just...
Saying Yes or No: What Is Consent?
Protecting Yourself During Oral Sex
It is possible to get HIV and other STDs during oral sex...
Protecting Yourself During Anal Sex
Anal sex involves inserting one partner’۪s penis into another partner’۪s anus. It...
Consent And Communication
Protecting Yourself During Vaginal Sex
Vaginal sex happens when a partner’s penis is inserted into another partner’s...
Withdrawal – Pulling Out
Withdrawal is when the man pulls his penis out of the vagina...
Consent Explained: What Is It?
The Real Story about Dental Dams
Giving and receiving oral sex can be fun and feel good. But...
Internal Condom Instructions
***Remember to always check the expiration date and package of any condom...
Top Signs Boys are in Puberty
How to Use an External (Male) Condom
If you choose to have sex, condoms can protect you and your...
Top 10 Sex Myths
MYTH #10: If I use birth control, I don’t need to worry...
Top Signs Girls are in Puberty
I Don’t Have Health Insurance – Now What?
There are plenty of reasons why you might not have health insurance....
Take Notes: How to Not Misgender Your New Friend Crush
Understanding Pronouns & Misgendering Misgendering is when you refer to someone using...
Taking Care of Your Body During Puberty
Tips for Saving
So, you’re thinking about getting that car you’ve been eyeing, or you...
How to Stay Safe When Traveling
Whether you’re going somewhere a couple of hours away or outside the...
Puberty: What Is Doctor Confidentiality?
History of the Sterilization of Native Women
It is no secret that the federal government has tried for centuries...
How to Use Ride Sharing Services Safely
Rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are good options when walking or...
Accessing Sexual Health Care for Minors
Getting a Career in STEM
The fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (or STEM) are incredibly...
Condom Shopping Guide
Get the facts!
Bodies: Different Shapes and Sizes. All Beautiful!
How to Stay Connected with Old Friends
A major part of growing up is experiencing new things in life....
Opening a Bank Account
Are you starting your first job? Going to college soon? Or just...
Does Penis Size Really Matter?
Safer Chest Compression Brands
New to chest binding or been doing it for years? The retailers...
Chest Binding 101
Chest binding is a way to create a flatter chest using undergarments...
Menstruation: What To Expect
Healthy Habits for Chest Bindings
Whether you’re new to chest binding or have been doing it for...
Establishing Healthy Boundaries with Your Significant Other
Whether you’re at the start of a new relationship or in the...
Period Hygiene: Tampons, Pads and Menstrual Cups
Why Medical Racism = Genocide
Racism is real. It influences all aspects of our lives, including whose...
What I Love About My Indigenous Features
As an Indigenous adult, I want to do everything I can to...
How the Boner Grows
How to Study Effectively
When you think of studying, you might feel a sense of dread....
Best Studying Hacks
For many of us studying is on the top of our to-do...
All About Getting Your Period
Being a Strong Indigenous Leader
Indigenous leadership is a hot topic these days. The truth is that...
Our Stories Connect Us to Place and People
Indigenous people have always been some of the best storytellers, and recently...
Masturbation: Totally Normal
6 Anthems by Queer and Two-Spirit Indigenous Artists to Pump You Up
Music is powerful medicine – especially when it’s coming from people who...
Humor is Sexy (Sometimes)
There are many qualities that can make someone sexy or attractive. Physical...
Puberty and Finding Out Who You Are
Real Talk About Getting What You Need From Your Boo
In a healthy relationship, we should be appreciated, listened to, and have...
Level Up Your Self-Love Game
We’ve all heard the phrase “love yourself.” But, what does loving yourself...
The Plants of Your Place
Environmental Change and Our Mental Health
As Indigenous people, we know that connecting to our land is connecting...
When and How to Quit a Job
If you have a job, you’ve probably dreaded going in at least...
Culture is Prevention
Types of Abortion
Abortion is a safe and effective medical procedure that ends a pregnancy. ...
Tips for Forming Deeper Relationships
Relationships, whether they are romantic or platonic, impact our daily lives. This...
Culture is Prevention – Sarah
What I Love About My Body
When I was a teenager there was little to no information about...
Who is Deer Woman from Reservation Dogs?
In “Come and Get Your Love” (Season 1, Episode 5) of the...
BRAVE: Episode 7
Staying Balanced in College
Keeping a healthy balance between life, school, and work is what everyone...
Talking to Your Partner About Protection
The thought of talking to a partner about sex makes a lot...
BRAVE: Episode 6
Abstinence
Abstinence means not having sex (that means NO vaginal, oral, or anal...
Condoms 101
If you are having sex, condoms are the only method that provides...
BRAVE: Episode 5
Emergency Contraception: The Morning After Pill
Emergency contraception is a special type of oral contraceptive that can be...
Dual Method
Many people, who have vagina-penis sex, use dual protection. Dual protection means:...
Brave: Episode 4
The Shot – Depo
The Shot, or Depo- Provera®, contains a large dose of a progestin...
Pill, Patch or Ring
What is it and how does it work to prevent pregnancy? Hormones...
BRAVE: Episode 3
Sponge
The Sponge is a soft plastic (polyurethane) sponge that is worn in...
Fertility Awareness: Rhythm Method
How does it work to prevent pregnancy? A woman identifies the days...
BRAVE: Episode 2
Sterilization
For women sterilization includes a surgical procedure that permanently blocks her fallopian...
6 Tips for Applying for Scholarships
Applying to scholarships for college, graduate school, or even summer programs can...
BRAVE: Episode 1
How Dancing can Teach you to Love your Body
When it comes to our bodies, dancing can provide confidence and a...
Using Culture to Cope with COVID
COVID has brought more than just physical illness to our communities. It’s...
Sunhawk / Managing Stress
Weird (but normal) Body Facts
Our bodies are amazing and house many secrets! Are you curious to...
6 Questions to Help You Find the Right Birth Control for You
Are you curious about what birth control options are out there? Here...
Olivia / Keeping It All Inside
How to Navigate Health Insurance
Medical visits and procedures, like x-rays, can be expensive. That is why...
PSA This Relationship Advice is Actually Genius
Relationships – whether they are with our family members, friends, or significant...
Nadira / Reaching Out for Help at College
How to Stay Safe on Social Media
Like many things in life, social media can be used for good...
How to Pick the Right College For You
Deciding to go to college is a big decision and one that...
Maiya / Dealing with Anxiety Attacks
How to Lease Your First Apartment
6 Tips for Renting Your First Apartment On the lookout for your...
Connecting to Our Land is Connecting to Our Culture
Our relationship with the land is a huge part of our culture...
Kennedy / Seeing Kindness
How to Expand Your Networks
Have you ever heard the saying, “It doesn’t matter what you know,...
Native Women Just Can’t Anymore
Sex can be fun and empowering. However, some of us – especially...
Kaytlynn / Combatting Stressors
What’s PrEP
PrEP makes preventing HIV easy. But, what is PrEP, and who is...
How to Make Peace With Your Body
Just like plants need sunshine, nutrients, water, and connection to other beings...
Jowun / Self-Care For Me
Shutting Down Slut Shamers
Enjoying sex or openly expressing your sexuality doesn’t make you a “slut.”...
What you Need to know about your Vagina and Vulva
Have you ever looked at your body and wondered, “Is this normal?”...
Isis / School Stressors
Access to Abortion
The overturning of Roe v. Wade has caused concern about safe access...
How to Use the Pill
The birth control pill (“the pill”) is simple to use and can...
Aurora / Connection
Getting Tested for HIV
If you’re thinking about getting tested for HIV, it’s normal to have...
Here’s What You Should Know About Body Sovereignty
You may have heard that Tribal Nations have sovereignty. This means that...
Ashley / Self-Care Looks Different For Everyone
Why is fentanyl dangerous?
Everyone is talking about fentanyl, and for good reason; it’s more common...
Tribal Sovereignty is Everything
Tribal sovereignty is important to who we are as Indigenous people, but...
#Indigilove Recap Video
An Advocate Within
Advice from a Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Member Working in Congress...
The Land & Ancestral Wellness Wisdom
Much of our knowledge as Indigenous people comes from the land: our...
Siletz DVPI PSA
Be The Change: Tips for Being an Advocate in Your Tribal Community
Getting involved in local politics and advocating to your tribal government is...
Self-Love Made Me Do It
When a candle is lit, the fire comes from another source- whether...
MMIWG (Murdered Missing Indigenous Women and Girls)
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