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Dear Auntie, I want to be a pow wow dancer but I am 24 years old. Is it too late for me?

Dear Auntie, I want to be a powwow dancer but I am 24 years old. Is it too late for me? Heck no! You’ve got a long life of powwow dancing ahead of you! If it’s permission you’re looking for, you’ve got mine. 🙂 Get out there and live the…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Culture and Language, Identity

Hello! I want to become a northern traditional dancer, but I’m not sure what is required to do so?

Hello Auntie! I want to become a northern traditional dancer, but I’m not sure what is required to do so? Do I need to get a status card/enrollment in my tribe? Yeah for you! The first thing I would encourage you to do is to get a mentor. This person…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Culture and Language, Identity

I just did the 23 and me test and I was surprised to find out that I’m a Native American/Spanish mix. What tribe are my ancestors from?

Dear Auntie, I just did the 23andMe test hoping I could learn more about my ancestors and I was honestly surprised to find out that I’m a Native American/Spanish mix. Is there a test that I can take that will tell me what tribe my ancestors were from? Hey, that’s…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity

My family are decendants of the indigenous population in Oaxaca, Mexico. My teacher said I am considered native american? Is this true?

Dear Auntie, My family are descendants of indigenous people of Oaxaca Mexico. My teacher said I am considered Native American? Is this true? I am very curious!? Hey there! Thanks for the question. Well, you’re teacher is in part correct. It sounds like your descendants are indeed indigenous to the…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

Are there Natives in Alaska?

Dear Auntie, Are there Natives in Alaska? I’m glad you wrote in. If you don’t know something…it’s good to ask. To answer your question, yes, there are Indigenous people in Alaska. There are 229 federally recognized tribes in Alaska, while there are 562 federally recognized tribes overall in the United…

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

What types of Natives are there?

What types of natives are there? What is a pow-wow? There are 573 federally recognized tribes in the US. You may hear different names used to describe these indigenous people like; tribes, nations, bands, pueblos, communities, and native villages. There are about 229 tribes in Alaska, while 344 are located…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity

Is it bad that I avoid my father on family outing and trips? in fear of him always yelling at me

Dear Auntie, Is it bad that I avoid my father on family outing and trips? I’m in fear of him always yelling at me. I don’t blame you. Who wants to be around someone who yells at them and makes them feel bad? I’m proud of you for recognizing that…

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Topics: Identity, Mental Health, Relationships

My cousin was taken into the foster care system

My little cousin was taken into the foster care system last week and I feel really bad about it. What will happen to her? And what should I do? I’m so glad you wrote you. I can imagine this is a hard time for you, your family, and especially your…

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

Hey, what’s it mean to be a We R Native Ambassador? How do I apply?

Hey, what’s it mean to be a We R Native Ambassador? How do I apply? Great question! Who are the We R Native Ambassadors? We R Native ambassadors are Native youth ages 15-24 who want to make a positive impact on their communities. They are the heart and soul of…

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Topics: Activism, Culture and Language, Identity

How can I help my friend, who is feeling helpless? Her parents are going through a divorce.

Dear Auntie, How can I help my friend, who is feeling helpless? Her parents are going through a divorce. I appreciate you looking after your friend and searching for ways you can help. She’s lucky to have someone who cares as much as you do. You can start by letting…

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Topics: Identity, Mental Health

MORE ON THIS TOPIC

Dear Auntie, I want to be a pow wow dancer but I am 24 years old. Is it too late for me?

Hello! I want to become a northern traditional dancer, but I’m not sure what is required to do so?

I just did the 23 and me test and I was surprised to find out that I’m a Native American/Spanish mix. What tribe are my ancestors from?

My family are decendants of the indigenous population in Oaxaca, Mexico. My teacher said I am considered native american? Is this true?

Are there Natives in Alaska?

What types of Natives are there?

Is it bad that I avoid my father on family outing and trips? in fear of him always yelling at me

My cousin was taken into the foster care system

Hey, what’s it mean to be a We R Native Ambassador? How do I apply?

How can I help my friend, who is feeling helpless? Her parents are going through a divorce.

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