Indigenousways Incorporated

The 2023 hybrid Indigenousways festival (iwf) project served as a platform to support new and emerging native american indigenous (nai) artists, as well as others from diverse backgrounds. It brought together multiple generations, various indigenous tribes, schools, local nonprofits, and food vendors for three monthly seasonal events held in santa fe parks. These festivals provided artists with opportunities for creative expression, increased visibility, and professional development.our project also played a crucial role in jump-starting new mexico's tourism recovery, fostering better business opportunities for artists. The iwf ensured accessibility with asl interpreters and welcomed participants of all ages and cultures, including nai, 2slgbtqai+, and deaf and hard of hearing presenters. The central theme was "gathering," which was reflected in the joyous activities: children and adults danced on the grass, faces were painted, local artists sold their crafts and networked, and everyone had a safe, welcoming space to connect. The atmosphere was magical, with many memorable moments captured on film and in photographs.in response to the pandemic's impact, we launched a series of five monthly outdoor events in 2022 to address the concerns of elders hesitant to go out in public. This initiative garnered impressive participation this year, with 2,537 individuals and 97 volunteers joining both in person and online.

In 2023, we launched the Indigenousways media arts program, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at amplifying voices through innovative media. This program provides a range of comprehensive services, including filming, documentary presentations, live broadcasts, and professional editing. Our goal is to celebrate the power of storytelling through film and live broadcasts, while honoring the rich cultural heritage of indigenous communities.

The Indigenousways wisdom circle (iwwc) hosts monthly live broadcasts via zoom and across nine social media platforms, offering a unique opportunity for people worldwide to learn directly from iwwc guests. These sessions preserve and share our oral traditions, ensuring they are archived for future generations.launched in april 2020 in response to the pandemic, iwve initially broadcasted twice a week, focusing on supporting native american indigenous, 2slgbtqai+, and deaf and hard of hearing presenters, artists, and musicians. To date, we have supported over 200 presenters. In 2023 alone, we broadcasted 12 events, attracting 563 live participants and 4,285 archived views.