Washington State Poet Laureate and Lummi Nation member Rena Priest shares the beauty of childhood, the nurturing power of culture, and encouragement for future writers in this inspiring interview with WyKeklyaa Curleybear.
General Public, Lummi Nation, Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, Salmon People
Category
Native Sciences & Technology, Ways of Life
Summary
This episode will be the first of the Salmon People series where we share the voices of strong Indigenous youth who reflect on their cultural ties to salmon and vocalize why we must take action to save this crucial relative for the ecosystem and culture.
Oral tradition is a sacred practice within All of our culture, communities, And families. Along with the coordinated dance of simply talking and being heard, oral tradition helps people learn life lessons their own way.
