Ya'iishjááshchilí (Planting of early crops/June) NEWSLETTER |
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Grounded in traditional knowledge and wisdom as well as respectful land-based practices and ceremonies, we proactively utilize modern tools and resources to help build individual and community capacity to restore health and balance for all people and our environment. |
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Co-Sponsors of International Uranium Film FestivalAfter 6 long years, this unique film festival made its way back to Diné lands in Arizona. We were proud sponsors of the event, and also hosted the Red Carpet for the festival. Over the 2 day event, we had 200 participants watch films from around the world regarding uranium. |
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Ring of Fire Cohort We celebrated 1 year with Ring of Fire Cohort! Read our Blog to see what we've been up too. Photo taken during inaugural Ring of Fire Cohort training. |
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Making Our Voices Heard at....First Judicial District Court where 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝙈𝙚𝙭𝙞𝙘𝙤 𝙅𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙈𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝙇𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙠 𝙊𝙞𝙡, 𝙂𝙖𝙨 𝙋𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙇𝙖𝙬𝙨𝙪𝙞𝙩. Indigenous Lifeways is 1 of 15 plaintiffs in the Case. Photo of co- plaintiffs after hearing. |
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Creating Tools for Effective Media Campaigns |
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When we identify that groups need media tools to broadly announce or tell important stories, our Executive Director, Krystal Curley swiftly responds by creating media topic or event specific tool kits! Check out our newest... |
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We need a prohibition of the discharge, reuse, and disposal of all produced water, treated or untreated, outside the oil field. |
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Leveraging Our Resources - Joining Our Voices |
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Partnerships and Coalitions |
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We recognize that we are taking on big...really big.... issues in the arenas of social and environmental justice. Therefore, we consciously and carefully develop strategic relationships with other local and regional organizations so that we can wisely and most effectively facilitate the futures we desire for our communities. |
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No False Solutions Coalition We are a founding steering committee member. NFS Coalition includes 8 indigenous, youth and frontline organizations addressing the climate crisis in New Mexico. |
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Ring of Fire Cohort We are 1 of 15 inaugural member of this cohort which allows space for international indigenous trainers to assist communities on learning the impact of carbon pricing and commodification of the sacred. |
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Indigenous Women's Working Group |
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This group is dedicated to creating safe spaces for Indigenous women in our community, spaces that foster healing, problem-solving, and advocacy for policy changes. Our project was established as a response to the adversities faced by Indigenous communities. We have clear priorities and a strong sense of purpose. Learn more |
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Indigenous Representation in Fashion Industry |
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Activism Has Many Expressions "From tradition to runway, Indigenous cultures are continually shifting, responding to the land and modern environment; some fashions reflect this and may challenge the viewer’s notion of “Indian style,” while other designers use fashion as a means for social activism." (swaianativefashion.org/) |
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At Indigenous Lifeways, it is our priority to ensure indigenous representation in all media forms. Executive Director, Krystal Curley was invited to 1st North American Native Fashion Week along with Actor/Model Wambli Eagleman. We had the chance to share the Social Justice Multimedia Toolkit Producer, Jhane Myers & Actor, Zahn McClarnon. They are both featured in the toolkit! Most recently, Wambli and ILW collaborated on a photoshoot in Santa Fe highlighting Designer Lindsey Thornburg's Coat (photo above). |
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Check out our Social Justice Multimedia Toolkit to learn more about Indigenous Representation and gain access to tools to tell your story. |
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pssst... we are looking in Gallup for office space
with room to teach our student interns |
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Based in New Mexico, we serve all of Turtle Island. Our Purpose To restore the health and balance for all people and our environment by utilizing traditional knowledge and wisdom, respectful land-based practices, ceremonies and a deep understanding of the dynamics and peoples of our communities. Indigenous Lifeways is working to revitalize and preserve our native languages, traditions and cultures. |
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We are an Indigenous, woman led 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your contributions are tax deductible. EIN # 81-0688387 |
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