I write on health and human rights in Native American communities, as well as on aspects of culture—Native and not—including food, gardening and the arts.
Indian country is a very different world from the one most of us mainstream reporters inhabit. Here are some ways to make stories about Native Americans easier to put together and more accurate.
"We Breathe Again" tackles the reality of high suicide rates in Alaska and the prevention efforts aiming to help. The film's director says, the movie is "about serious issues, but it’s also uplifting—a healing journey."
At risk youth have an opportunity to make a change and get the help they need through a suicide-prevention camp put together by Native American tribes.
