Many Faces: Native American: How to Talk About Native Nations (online)

Join us for this Indigenous People's Day Event!

Do you ever feel hesitant when searching for the right language to use to talk about Native nations? Join Native Governance Center for a short presentation on terminology basics! In addition to covering what's ok and not ok, the session will showcase the wide range of opinions on language and terminology within Indian Country. You'll learn about topics such as:

• The Native nations that share geography with Mni Sota Makoce
• Native American vs. Indigenous vs. American Indian
• Differentiating between reservations, casinos, and Native nations
• Respectfully referring to individual Native people and groups of Native people

The event is geared toward beginners and open to all: come with your questions! Attendees will participate in breakout sessions and a live Q&A with the presenters.                                                                                                     

Instructor: Native Governance Center

Native Governance Center is a Native-led nonprofit dedicated to assisting Native nations in strengthening their governance systems and capacity to exercise sovereignty.

CLASS LINK: A few days prior to class, you receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the days and time of class.

This class was organized by Minneapolis Community Education and is in partnership with various Community Education programs across the Twin Cities.