Educate yourself about National Native American Heritage month which pays tribute to the contributions of Indigenous and Alaskan Native people every November,. Special celebrations and cultural programming throughout the month provide opportunities to critically reexamine our history.

Learn the different terms used to reference people indigenous to the United States, as well as best practices for referring to Native American people on their own terms.

Discover the definition of indigenous land acknowledgement and why it’s an important first step to honoring Indigenous and Aboriginal people. Learn how to prepare your statement with further steps to demonstrate solidarity and support for Indigenous and Aboriginal communities.

Get a helpful overview of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Explore why a growing number of states, companies, and individuals are now choosing to observe this holiday instead of Columbus Day. Consider ways to honor, respect, and support the Native American community.

Review a variety of terms that are used to describe people’s race and or ethnicity. Confirm which terms are accurate, appropriate, and respectful of others. Raise your awareness to avoid using terms that are inaccurate and/or offensive.