fbpx
facebook app symbol  twitter  linkedin  instagram 1
Donate Get Newsletter
Donate Get Newsletter
 

Heritage Unbound: Native American Citizenship at 100 Livestream

Tags

Details

Join us as we commemorate the centennial of the Indian Citizenship Act, also known as the Snyder Act, signed into law by President Calvin Coolidge on June 2, 1924. This pivotal legislation marked a significant milestone in Native American history, granting citizenship to all noncitizen American Indians born within the territorial limits of the United States.

 
Never miss Indian Country’s biggest stories and breaking news. Sign up to get our reporting sent straight to your inbox every weekday morning. 
 
 
In observation of this historic occasion, our Indigenous newsrooms — Native News Online and Tribal Business News — proudly present "Heritage Unbound: Native American Citizenship at 100." This isn't just a reflection on history; it's an exploration of its lasting positive and negative impact. This hour-long program will be streamed on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at 12 noon ET, with additional showings scheduled throughout the month of June. 
 
The stream will feature discussions with Native American leaders to discuss the historic legislation and what citizenship means for our people and future generations. Guests include: 
  • Bryan Newland (Bay Mills Indian Community), Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs
  • Mark Charles (Navajo). Author, "Unsettling Truths: The Ongoing, Dehumanizing Legacy of the Doctrine of Discovery":
  • Jacqueline DeLeon (Pueblo of Isleta), Attorney, Native American Rights Fund
  • Chuck Hoskin, Jr., Principal Chief, Cherokee Nation 
  • Shannon Holsey, President, Stockbridge-Munsee Tribe of Mohican
  • Aaron Payment (Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa), vice president, Kauffman and Associates
Join us as we reflect on the legacy of the Indian Citizenship Act and its enduring impact on Native American communities across the United States.
 
Tune in on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at noon ET on Native News Online's Facebook, X (Twitter), or YouTube channel to be inspired.
 
 
End_of_story.HeritageUnbound.jpeg

More Stories Like This

Native News Weekly (August 25, 2024): D.C. Briefs
Native News Weekly (August 4, 2024): D.C. Briefs
NDN Collective Names Former Interior Department Official As President
Shadiin Garcia Named Executive Director of Native Women Lead
Trump Brings “Removal” President Andrew Jackson Back to the Oval Office

Can we take a minute to talk about tribal sovereignty?

Our mission draws from the warrior spirit that has sustained Indigenous peoples for generations — the same spirit that drives us to stand guard over tribal rights through relentless investigation and fearless reporting. 

Sovereignty isn't just a concept – it's the foundation of Native nations' right to govern, protect our lands, and preserve our cultures. Every story we publish strengthens tribal sovereignty.

Unlike mainstream media, we center Indigenous voices and report directly from Native communities. When we cover land rights, water protection, or tribal governance, we're not just sharing news – we're documenting our living history and defending our future.

Our journalism is powered by readers, not shareholders. If you believe in the importance of Native-led media in protecting tribal sovereignty, consider supporting our work today. 

About The Author
Native News Online Staff
Author: Native News Online StaffEmail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Native News Online is one of the most-read publications covering Indian Country and the news that matters to American Indians, Alaska Natives and other Indigenous people. Reach out to us at [email protected].