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The Lakota Berenstain Bears

The first ever Native American language cartoon series celebrated its one year anniversary September 2012. The series set out with the goal of bringing the Lakota language and values to families in Lakota speaking communities in North and South Dakota and beyond. The 20 episode Lakota language edition of the…
Categories: Traditional Stories and Teachings

The National Native American Youth Initiative

Preparing Future Native Physicians and Researchers For many students, summer is a time to relax with friends, enjoy time away from early school mornings, studying, and tests, but don’t forget that summer also gives you a great opportunity to explore possible future careers options and special interests. Summer academic camps…
Categories: Becoming Independent, Education, Health Care, Life Hacks, Life Tips, Life Transitions, Managing School Pressures, My Life

The Native Youth Vote: You Count!

Like many high school seniors this time of year I find myself nervously checking the mailbox each day for those important college acceptance or denial letters. Just the other day I received my first voter registration card. While many Native youth see reaching voting age as a rite of passage,…
Categories: Life Hacks, Life Tips, My Life

Tips for Going Green

What an intricate web of interconnectedness between man and the environment! The choices we make and the lifestyles we lead can really impact the environment. I’m sure you’ve heard of the three R’s, reduce, reuse and recycle. Why do we keep hearing them? When adopted and practiced, it really can…
Categories: Land, My Environment, My Impact, Native Energy, Recycling, Take Action, Water

What to Eat Before a Big Game?

Having enough energy on game day can be tough with a hectic practice schedule and everything else that goes on in your life. An excellent pregame meal or snack can help you perform better during the game and help all that practice pay off. Eating a meal before your game…
Categories: Eating Well, Feeling Healthy, Fitness, My Body, Training

Why It’s Important to Vote

Did you know Indians could still not vote in New Mexico and Arizona as of 1948!!?? True or False: Natives will lose their membership in their tribe if they vote in national elections…. FALSE! Speak up this election and use your voice… Want to learn more about the importance of…
Categories: Becoming Independent, Life Hacks, Life Tips, My Life

Youth Movement

We know you care. Have a great idea on how to impact your community? We would love to help you accomplish your goals. Check out the story from Youth Movement after they applied for and received a We R Native mini grant. Apply for a mini grant today! Youth Movement…
Categories: Feeling Healthy, Fitness, My Body, My Life

A Girl’s Guide to Sex Myths

It’s easy to be confused about sex. There are so many mixed messages and myths around sex, it can be hard to know what’s true and what’s not. Before you decide to have sex, it’s important that you know the facts. Here are some important facts about contraception, pregnancy, sexually…
Categories: My Relationships, Sex, Sexual Health
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