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Hawaii’s Queen Liliuokalani (Kanaka Maoli) is remembered as a fierce advocate for her people. Wilma Mankiller (Cherokee) was a trailblazer and an important figure in developing the Cherokee Nation’s self-governance. Those are among the many Native women who distinguished themselves in the face of adversity. For Women’s History Month we’re celebrating prominent Native American women leaders.
Guests:
Jenelle Roybal (Pueblo of Pojoaque) – governor of the Pueblo of Pojoaque
Ka’iulani Mahuka (Kanaka Maoli) – show host of “Songs of Sovereignty” and Hawaiian activist
Kimberly Teehee (Citizen of Cherokee Nation) – director of government relations for the Cherokee Nation and the Cherokee Nation delegate to Congress
Break 1 music: Tapwe Oma (song) Fawn Wood (artist) Iskwewak (album)
Break 2 music: The Unforgotten (Stars Mix) (song) Iskwé (artist) The Stars (album)
