Tanya Jackson+FollowBear Drama on Texada IslandA young grizzly named Tex swam to Texada Island and instantly became the talk of the town. Locals were split—some wanted him gone, while First Nations groups had a plan to safely relocate him. But before anything could happen, Tex was shot, sparking outrage and calls for the government to actually listen to Indigenous voices next time. People are saying this is a wake-up call for how we handle wildlife and respect First Nations' input. Wild, right? #Pets #WildlifeDrama #IndigenousRights30Share
vanessadaniels+FollowFestival Drama Over ‘You’re No Indian’ 🎬Ryan Flynn’s doc “You’re No Indian” was mysteriously pulled from the Palm Springs Film Fest, sparking rumors that tribal casino politics were behind the move. Now, it’s finally getting a premiere at Dances With Films, but fans are debating: was the original cancellation really just a “scheduling error,” or was it censorship to protect powerful interests? The film exposes how tribal disenrollment is erasing thousands of Indigenous identities—no wonder it’s causing such a stir! #YoureNoIndian #TribalDisenrollment #IndigenousRights #Entertainment #Movies00Share
Lindsay Wood+FollowScandinavia’s Apology to the Sámi: Real Change?Did you know the churches in Scandinavia played a huge role in trying to erase Sámi culture? Now, leaders are finally apologizing for it—like Finland’s archbishop just did. But the Sámi aren’t just looking for words; they want real action and restoration. Art, film, and public apologies are sparking some tough conversations, but people are still waiting to see if these apologies will actually lead to change. Would you trust an apology after centuries of erasure? #Sámi #Reconciliation #IndigenousRights #Religion30Share
Amber Stout+FollowIndigenous Voices in Chile's Lithium BoomChile's Indigenous Lickanantay communities are in talks with major miners Codelco and SQM to gain a say in lithium extraction plans. They aim to ensure ethical and environmentally-friendly extraction while being part of the country's development. The talks could set a new precedent for Indigenous involvement in the mining sector. #Lithium #IndigenousRights #SustainableMining #Chile30Share
