What does it mean to find your way back to culture, community, and purpose?

In this episode, I sit down with Melissa, a passionate Native leader, dancer, and community advocate whose work is centered on strengthening Indigenous identity and creating opportunities for future generations. Melissa shares her journey growing up, the importance of reconnecting with culture, and the deep responsibility she feels to carry her family’s teachings forward.

We talk about the power of powwows, wearing regalia with purpose, honoring our ancestors, and why preserving Indigenous traditions is more important than ever. Melissa also opens up about her nonprofit work, the workshops and cultural programs she leads, and her unwavering commitment to investing in Native youth so they grow up proud of who they are and where they come from.

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