Project on Indigenous Governance and Development

Coverage of recent Harvard Project research underscores the opportunity for prosperity for tribes AND their non-Indian neighbors when tribal self-determination is protected. theconversation.com/tribes-in-main…

NNI Researchers Miriam Jorgensen and Britnee Johnston helped lead the conversation at the Indigenous Conservation and Philanthropy Convening at Harvard (@IndigenousGov). The event included an Indigenous tour of the campus and discussions on Indigenous-led conservation efforts.

Check out one of @IndigenousGov's standout events from Fall 2023: From "Killers of the Flower Moon" to the Osage Nation Today featuring @JimGraytweetz, Hepsi Barnett, @Wahkondahgrey, and Joe Kalt Take a look at this event and more ⤵️ ash.harvard.edu/our-top-fall-2…

“There’s a pride that’s coming back to the Osages to free themselves of that dark chapter without forgetting it, but just incorporate it as a way we go forward," said Chief Jim Gray when talking with the Harvard Gazette about "Killers of the Flower Moon" news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/…)

“We were victims then, we aren’t victims today. We use it [our constitution] as a guide to never be as vulnerable again.” - Chief Jim Gray

2/2 The cooks are in charge. Our people talked about our concerns. Scorsese was a remarkable listener. He said he was overwhelmed and he wished his wife was here.”

1/2 Wilson Pipestem: “Major step forward in storytelling…we didn’t know anything about Scorsese, so we wrote him a letter to talk to us.” Had a community dinner…did our best to cook our best food and enjoy ourselves. We did things the way we do things.

In discussing the impact of the film on the Osage, Chief Jim Gray said to director Martin Scorsese “Let us help you. Nobody wants you to fail. Filmmakers learned the Osage way of life. And it shows on the screen. It was powerful.”

“We knew we needed to do something… to self determine our own future.” Hepsi Barnett speaking on the Osage constitutional reform.

“The sovereignty of the Osage People was there [in Oklahoma]. And that’s what’s going to save us.” - Wilson Pipestem 📌 LIVE: youtube.com/live/twK_z7nPM…

"From Killers of the Flower Moon to the Osage Nation Today" 🗓 Dec 4, 6pm ET LIVESTREAM: youtube.com/live/twK_z7nPM…

In anticipation of today's JFK Jr. Forum, members of the Osage Nation sat down with the Harvard Gazette to explain their role in contributing to the film "Killers of the Flower Moon" Learn more here ⤵️ ow.ly/62Hc50Qf4Ly)

"What the Osage taught Scorsese about 'Killers of the Flower Moon' We're beyond honored to host @JimGraytweetz Chief Jim Gray, Hepsi Barnett, and Wilson Pipestem for tonight's @HarvardIOP at 6p ET. Watch for the live YouTube link later today. news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/…)

Happy Native American Heritage Day. We celebrate tribal sovereignty and identity daily as Indigenous people continue contributing to the remarkable diversity and thriving cultures nationwide. #NativeAmericanHeritageDay #NativeTwitter

@felix_clary @HarvardAsh @HarvardIOP @JimGraytweetz Yes it is! I'll post the YT link an hour prior to the event. The event is scheduled 6-7p ET and will stream from Institute of Politics Harvard Kennedy School's YT channel. Thanks for the question!

@IndigenousGov @HarvardAsh @HarvardIOP @JimGraytweetz Is the livestream open to the public?

Join us and @HarvardAsh and @HarvardIOP for a discussion "Killers of the Flower Moon to the Osage Nation Today". 🗣️Chief @JimGraytweetz Jim Gray, Hepsi Barnett (MPA 2000), Wilson Pipestem, and moderated by Joe Kalt 🗓 Dec. 4, 6PM ET 📌In-person (Harvard ID only) & Livestreamed

In-person registration: hksexeced.tfaforms.net/f/iop-forum-re…

During a recent news segment on Indian Segment News, @IndigenousGov's Megan Minoka Hill comments on the role of self-determination in Native Nations' economic development Read more here ⤵️ ictnews.org/news/transform…

NGC board member Chris James was on NPR's Marketplace last week! 📊 He discussed how a lack of access to capital can be a barrier to growing Tribal economies and ways to make loans more attainable: tinyurl.com/2z75ewdc #NCAI2023 #Marketplace

Check out our accelerated Indigenous Economies & Environments courses for #JIT2024! Explore the full list of 2024 #JanuaryinTucson courses here: #calendar" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">igp.arizona.edu/january-tucson… @iplp

This is BEAUTIFUL! Incredible way to kick off #NAHM !