Vibrant, Resilient, Still Here: Contemporary Native Americans in Illinois
A Road Scholar Program by Pamala Silas
Join Pamela Silas for a deep dive webinar into the contemporary realities facing Native Americans today. This program will invite participants to engage in a safe space and learn about how Native tribes have adapted, and as well as answer questions about issues that affect Native cultures today.
Issues covered:
- How the public learns about and sees Native Americans and some of the misconceptions
- Demographic data
- Topical issues that the community has prioritized
- Common values
- Opportunities to engage
- Resources to learn more
- Engaged storytelling, song (for younger audiences)
Register to attend this free virtual event. Open to the public. For more information, please contact Amy Dittmeier at adittmeier@blueislandlibrary.org.
Pamala Silas is a member of Menominee Indian Tribe and an Oneida descendant. She has a BS in Economics from DePaul University and a Certification in Association Management. Learn more about Pamala Silas, this program, and how to book it.
Sponsors
Blue Island Public Library