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NDNCollective We are a national organization dedicated to building the collective power of Indigenous Peoples to e Defend. Develop. Decolonize.

NDN is an action network built on principles of community organizing, building political power and advancing the rights of Indigenous people and the environment through advocacy, policy, direct action and organizing.

Democracy Defense means standing for the protection of our communities and our Mother Earth. The rise of authoritarianis...
10/16/2026

Democracy Defense means standing for the protection of our communities and our Mother Earth. The rise of authoritarianism we are currently experiencing is accelerating the relentless pursuit of profit for the few at the cost of our communities and our planet. Upcoming elections will be a critical step in stopping the assault on the democratic principles that we uphold in our efforts to achieve justice.

Join us for Democracy Defense training:

🗓️ Friday, October 23, 2026
⏰ 5:00pm MST
➡️ Register in advance for this webinar: ndnco.cc/democracydefense

We invite you to join us at the 12th Anniversary of the Buffalo Treaty in the Ȟe Sápa (Black Hills, South Dakota). This ...
10/16/2026

We invite you to join us at the 12th Anniversary of the Buffalo Treaty in the Ȟe Sápa (Black Hills, South Dakota).

This gathering is co-hosted with the International Buffalo Relations Institute (IBRI), NDN Collective, and .

🗓️ When: October 20-22, 2026

ℹ️ Learn more about the gathering here: https://buffalorelations.land/save-the-date-buffalo-treaty-12th-anniversary-signing/

We look forward to honoring and being in space with our four-legged relatives, the buffalo, also known as bison, Iinnii, Tatanga, Pte, Ptehcaka, Tatanka, Paskwâwimostos, Xaniti, Qwisp, Kamquq̓ukuǂ ʔiyamu, Iyanee’, Heneeceeno’, Ésevone, Mushkode Bizhikim, Q̓ʷeyq̓ʷay, Hii3einoon, Boyzhan, ʔíítaanɔ́ɔ́nʔi.

10/15/2026

Pe’ Sla Mini Series: He Sapa The Heart of All that Is Part 3 of 5

He Sapa is called the Heart of All that Is by Lakota people because it is at the center of Lakota creation stories. It is said Lakota people lived under the earth at Pe’ Sla before emerging onto earth at Wind Cave. Despite this sacred history, companies are still trying to tear up this land to make a quick profit, even if it means threatening drinking water for thousands of people downstream.

In this 5-part series, we dive deeper into the story of the victory at Pe’ Sla and how community power and prayer drove a mining company out of a sacred site.

Directed & Written by Osiris
Footage from NDN Collective
Feat. Dr. Valeriah Big Eagle

ℹ️ Learn more about our Protect the He Sapa work by texting ‘HESAPA’ to 50302.

NDN Collective is proud to launch a Democracy Defense Toolkit to empower Indigenous voters in the 2026 election and beyo...
10/14/2026

NDN Collective is proud to launch a Democracy Defense Toolkit to empower Indigenous voters in the 2026 election and beyond. We developed this toolkit with an understanding of the nuances of the Indigenous experience when participating in the American electoral process.

While we know that American democracy has always fallen short for Indigenous Peopleʻs and that we must work on multiple fronts to protect our communities, voting is an organizing tool that we utilize to protect our people, land, and water.

➕The Know Your Rights (KYR) Voter Guide is a tool to help individuals develop a strategy to ensure their votes are included in upcoming elections.

➕The Know Your Candidate Guide is a tool to assist individuals in assessing candidates seeking your vote.

🗳️Learn more about these resources: https://ndncollective.org/policy-voting/

We are excited to introduce one of our 2024-2026 Changemaker Fellows, BiBi (Grandmother) Naniki Reyes Ocasio is a promin...
10/14/2026

We are excited to introduce one of our 2024-2026 Changemaker Fellows, BiBi (Grandmother) Naniki Reyes Ocasio is a prominent advocate for indigenous sovereignty and cultural identity. As the founder of El Caney Orocovis, established in 1993 in Orocovis, Puerto Rico, with sovereignty as her foundation, she fights for the right of indigenous people to self-determination over their land and ecosystems. The Caney plays a vital role as a cultural and educational center, dedicated to conserving Taíno traditions and promoting ecological stewardship.

“It is essential for us to Reclaim, Reconnect, and Restore the forests, ecosystems, natural habitats, and resources of Borikén. This mission guides us to return our people to their ancestral lands, reconnect with the sacred roots of Atabey, and ensure her protection and renewal for past, present, and future generations.” – El Caney Orocobix

Naniki is also a dedicated practitioner of Taíno indigenous healing traditions, specializing in herbal and natural remedies. Certified by PRIDCO (Compañía de Fomento Industrial) in natural products, Naniki works to preserve and share ancestral healing practices. Each remedy is harvested from the sacred lands of El Caney Orocovis and is prepared with intention, rooted in prayer, love, peace, and harmony.

10/11/2026

One of our Indigenous Peoples’ Day MCs, Cante Heart, says all your most deadly aunties and uncles are going to be at Main Street Square this Monday, so you better be too!

Join her and others from 2- 9 p.m. We will start with a rally and end the evening with a FREE concert honoring and uplifting Indigenous brilliance and resistance from He Sapa to Palestine! 🇵🇸

ℹ️ Concert lineup & event details: https://ndnco.cc/2026ipd

🎥 If you can’t make it in person, tune in to NDN LIVE: https://landback.org/live/

10/10/2026

A message from Indigenous Peoples’ Day artist, Tiana Spotted Thunder! Come out on Monday from 2 - 9 p.m. to see her and others perform as we uplift Indigenous resistance and resilience!

📍 Main Street Square, Mni Luzahan (Rapid City)

⬇️ See event details and the full lineup ⬇️
https://ndnco.cc/2026ipd

🎥 If you can’t make it in person, tune in to NDN LIVE: https://landback.org/live/

10/10/2026

2026 Miss Ȟe Sapa Wiŋ, Tyler Star Comes Out, invites you to join her for Indigenous Peoples Day, October 12, starting at 2 pm in Main Street Square in Rapid City to uplift and honor Indigenous brilliance and solidarity from the Ȟe Sapa to Palestine 🪶🍉

⬇️Check out the lineup & see event details ⬇️
https://ndnco.cc/2026ipd

🎥If you can’t make it in person, tune in to NDN LIVE: https://landback.org/live/

🗓️ Schedule posted for the 2026 Indigenous People’s Day Rally & Concert in MniLuzahan Otunwahe in downtown Rapid City, S...
10/09/2026

🗓️ Schedule posted for the 2026 Indigenous People’s Day Rally & Concert in MniLuzahan Otunwahe in downtown Rapid City, SD! Vendors and the site will be ready to welcome people starting at 2 pm, THIS Monday, October 12.

In a time when we are constantly defending our lands, waters, and peoples, we hope this day of celebration grounds us in our legacy of resistance and all that we are fighting to protect ❤️‍🔥

More details & event map are available on our website ➡️ https://ndnco.cc/2026ipd

🎥 If you can’t make it in person, tune in to NDN LIVE: https://landback.org/live/

10/09/2026

Last week, the NDN Collective team joined the premiere of the Free Leonard Peltier documentary in NYC. Leonard joined us by Zoom, and hearing him speak reminded us that resistance is an obligation, and that we must keep working together to free ALL political prisoners.

But Leonard is still not free. He remains on parole, which is why he couldn’t attend the premiere of his own film. And he still needs us.

NDN is covering Leonard’s ongoing medical costs. Your donation to our Leonard Peltier campaign goes to support his in-home health care. 👉 ndnco.cc/donate

📺 The full documentary will be available on Netflix starting this Indigenous Peoples’ Day – October 12th.

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