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“Hear Indigenous Voices: Uniting the Bold Voices of American Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians.” That’s this year’s theme for National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (on March 20). We’ll talk with advocates to hear how they are using their voices to prevent Native Americans from getting HIV. We’ll also hear about the latest ideas for supporting those who already it. Is it difficult to discuss HIV and AIDS in your Native community? Do we need to work on creating a space for open discussions?
Guests:
Lisa Neel (Cherokee) – program manager for the HIV/AIDS program at the Indian Health Service
Alexander White Tail Feather (Kashia Band of Pomo Indians) – executive director of the National Native American AIDS Prevention Center
Shana Christensen (Kiowa) – public speaker, grandmother and advocate
Mentioned on the show today:
National Native American AIDS Prevention Center phone number 720-382-2244
National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Break Music: Pimatisiwin (Life) (song) Young Spirit (artist) Save Me A Lead (album)
