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Tescha Hawley’s (Aaniiih) breast cancer diagnosis started both a harrowing personal journey to fight the disease and the inspiring effort to help others facing similar health obstacles. Hawley organized funds and other resources for people on Fort Belknap Reservation in Montana who faced long drives, overnight hotel stays, and other expenses to access life-saving care. Her work grew into the Day Eagle Hope Project.
Break 1 Music: Grass Dance Song 1 (song) Gros Ventre and Assiniboine Singers (artist) 16 Gros Ventre & Assiniboine Songs (album)
Break 2 Music: Together We’ll Fade Away (song) Dirt Rhodes (artist) Dirt Rhodes Sings Indian Country (album)
Tescha is an amazing person, and does so moor our reservation! Thank you Tescha, you’re truly an inspiration for us!