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Story and Culture as Power

By reclaiming and centering Indigenous, women-led, and culturally rooted storytelling, expression, and ancestral knowledge in public narrative and leadership development, these organizations produce individual and collective healing, cultural continuity, and systemic change, because authentic narratives and cultural practices are foundational sources of identity, resilience, and political agency that challenge dominant oppressive frameworks. This strategy treats storytelling, ceremony, art, and intergenerational wisdom not merely as educational tools but as transformative acts of reclamation and resistance. It distinguishes itself from conventional advocacy or service-delivery models by grounding change in spiritual integrity, embodied experience, and community-defined knowledge—positioning culture itself as the engine of justice and liberation rather than a supplement to policy or programmatic work.

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who runs it

Organizations running this strategy · 5

what it looks like in practice

Activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Advancing public education on Haudenosaunee matrilineality and Indigenous contributions to democracy REMATRIATION INC
    direct service
    Produces academic symposia, public screenings, and educational content to increase public awareness of Haudenosaunee matrilineal systems and the historical influence of Indigenous women on democratic governance.
  • Amplifying Indigenous women's leadership and visibility through public events REMATRIATION INC
    direct service
    Creates opportunities for Indigenous women to participate in public events and leadership platforms to increase representation, equity, and allyship.
  • Amplifying Indigenous youth water activism REMATRIATION INC
    advocacy
    Highlights and supports the work of Indigenous youth water protectors, such as Autumn Peltier, to elevate their leadership and advocacy in environmental justice.
  • Organizing gatherings for Indigenous women focused on healing and wellness REMATRIATION INC
    direct service
    Hosts in-person and online Indigenous-only gatherings led by Indigenous women to restore individual, family, and community wellness and support healing from historical trauma caused by colonization and forced assimilation.
  • Producing video and podcast series amplifying Indigenous women's voices REMATRIATION INC
    direct service
    Creates and distributes multimedia content, including a 9-part video series and podcast series, featuring stories of resilience, leadership, spirituality, and healing from Indigenous women to advance public education and cultural storytelling.
  • Producing wellness and empowerment content through Rematriation Magazine REMATRIATION INC
    direct service
    Publishes a beauty and wellness column titled "Indigenously, You" in Rematriation Magazine to promote self-empowerment and holistic well-being among Indigenous women.
  • Sponsoring Indigenous women leaders across Turtle Island REMATRIATION INC
    capacity building
    Offers sponsorship opportunities to support the leadership development and initiatives of Indigenous women across North America.
  • Supporting Indigenous solidarity actions REMATRIATION INC
    direct service
    Provided support for a four-day fast conducted by Indigenous students from Cornell University as an act of solidarity with Palestine.
  • Supporting Indigenous-led advocacy initiatives and diplomatic engagements REMATRIATION INC
    advocacy
    Facilitates high-level advocacy efforts including organizing a private audience between a First Nations delegation and Pope Francis, supporting symbolic rematriation actions, and advocating for the revocation of the Doctrine of Discovery.
  • Managing organizational branding and intellectual property Redrum MC Inc
    direct service
    Owns and maintains registered trademarks for REDRUM Motorcycle Club and RedSpirit WMRC, including Native American skull logos and patches, in the United States and internationally.
  • Operating a women's motorcycle riding club Redrum MC Inc
    direct service
    Runs RedSpirit WMRC, a women's motorcycle riding club composed of female riders globally, focused on promoting peace and positivity through motorcycling.
  • Operating domestic and international chapters Redrum MC Inc
    direct service
    Maintains and operates multiple chapters across the United States and in multiple countries outside the U.S., including an active chapter in Spain that delivered presents to children.
  • Organizing charitable motorcycle rides and run events Redrum MC Inc
    direct service
    Plans and executes annual charity rides and run events, such as the Ride for Reconciliation (2026), Isati (2025), Grand Canyon Ride (2025), Xmas Run in Cherokee (2024), Ride for Peace (2024), and historical events benefiting St. Jude (2013, 2014), to support community causes and raise funds.
  • Producing cultural education programs and heritage celebrations Redrum MC Inc
    direct service
    Hosts festivals, workshops, theater presentations, and educational programs to promote awareness of Native American cultures, challenge stereotypes, and celebrate contemporary practices; produces four major heritage celebrations annually in the Northeast region.
  • Supporting Indigenous communities through advocacy and awareness Redrum MC Inc
    advocacy
    Addresses the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous people (MMIP/MMIW) through advocacy and provides curated external resources to support affected families; participated in the Standing Rock #NODAPL movement.
  • Operating IPTV media channel on Sikh affairs GLOBAL SIKH AFFAIRS MEDIA INC
    direct service
    Operates a media channel on IPTV to educate world governments and international media about the global state of affairs of the Sikh community.
  • 8-week virtual leadership course for women HERWISDOM INC
    direct service
    Offers an 8-week virtual course for self-identifying women that includes weekly video lessons, guided movement, reflective practices, monthly live support sessions, access to movement playlists, and invitations to in-person women’s gatherings to deepen connection with menstrual and natural cycles.
  • Leadership education and training for women and girls HERWISDOM INC
    direct service
    Provides education and training programs for girls and women to develop leadership skills in family, community, professional, and academic settings, emphasizing gender-specific attributes and authentic self-expression. These programs have empowered thousands of women over 15 years.