Latest from Shea Vassar
Running Is a Sacred Practice for This Tribal Leader
Dillon Shije wakes up to greet the sun with a run and prayer—continuing a legacy of duty.
This Indigenous Athlete Uses Traditional Sport to Spread His Culture
Kyle Worl found identity when he started participating in traditional Inuit Games. Now, he's a major advocate to bring them to a larger stage.
A New Vanguard of Indigenous Changemakers Is Rising Up
Generations of racism and oppression have created a devastating health crisis within Indigenous communities. When the pandemic hit, it brought another deadly threat. Here’s how six changemakers are stepping up and finding more ways for their people—and all of us—to build stronger bodies, minds, and emotional connections.
‘The Sioux Chef’ Shares His Recipe for Eating Less and Feeling Better
Sean Sherman, 48, cofounded North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems, a nonprofit group, to teach others how to cook healthier and grow their own success stories.
This Former NBA Player Has a Message for Kids: 'Things Are Going to Suck Sometimes'
Nanggaahlaangstangs, 32, founded Tlaatsgaa Development, a basketball camp and consulting agency, to teach Indigenous kids how to win both on the court and—most importantly—in life.
This Actor Delivers Fire Wood (and Much More) to Save Indigenous Lives
Despite success in Hollywood, Loren Anthony prefers to live in Gallup, New Mexico. He founded Chizh for Cheii, a nonprofit that helps families heat their homes.
There’s an Indigenous Mental Health Crisis. This Changemaker's App Can Help.
Sutton King, 29, cofounded the Urban Indigenous Collective and then helped create ShockTalk, a mental-health app, to connect people with more culturally representative counseling services.
This Indigenous Trainer Stays Fit by Moving With Deeper Purpose
Fitfluencer Thosh Collins, 40, has cofounded a wellness consultancy and coauthored an upcoming book to teach others Indigenous principles for physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being.
This Indigenous Health Advocate Found Her Own Way to Save Lives During Covid
Francys Crevier, CEO of the National Council of Urban Indian Health, has tapped into a whole new way to boost vaccine adoption.
