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My six nation Haudenosaunee passport is not a ‘fantasy document’

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I’m a citizen of the six nation Haudenosaunee, commonly known as the Iroquois confederacy, one of the original peoples of what is called North and South America. We travel the world on our own passports, embracing the full rights extended by the rules of international law and diplomacy. Too often, our passports are denied by the very countries that took our land. They call them … [Read more...] about My six nation Haudenosaunee passport is not a ‘fantasy document’

Joe Heath on The Campbell Conversations

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WRVO: The Onondaga Nation occupies a unique place among the many groups making up an increasingly diverse Central New York--it's the oldest and most traditional of all peoples, still governed through processes handed down for centuries.  How does the Nation fit with these other newer groups? This week on the Campbell Conversations host Grant Reeher talks with Joe Heath, the … [Read more...] about Joe Heath on The Campbell Conversations

Powless Inducted in to Hall of Fame

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Redhawkslax.com: Syracuse- On October 18, 2015, Barry Powless was inducted into the 2015 Greater Central New York Lacrosse Hall of Fame.  The Hall recognized Powless for is accolades on the field and behind the bench. Barry’s lacrosse career started like most boys in the Nation, in the box.  At the age of 13, Barry had the opportunity to play alongside his father against the … [Read more...] about Powless Inducted in to Hall of Fame

5th Annual Onondaga Nation Trail Run

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If you’re into running nature trails, then we have an adventurous trail run outlined for you. It’s complete with steep hills, valleys, mud puddles, rocks and much more.  This is out 5th annual event, you won’t want to miss it! Date: Friday, November 27th, 2015 OAC Ball field, Route 11A, Onondaga Nation (Tsha’ Thoñ’nhes) ~ Events: 1-Mile and 5K ~ Entry Fees: … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Onondaga Nation Trail Run

Haudenosaunee Delegation meets Bolivian President Morales

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In a private meeting with President Evo Morales, the Haudenosaunee delegation discussed climate change, the Two Row, and Bolivia's land dispute with the Chile. The delegation was attending the World Peoples Conference on Climate Change and the Defense of Life at the invitation of the Bolivian government. While at the conference, the delegation asked to meet with President … [Read more...] about Haudenosaunee Delegation meets Bolivian President Morales

Silver medal finish, golden destination: Proud coach on lacrosse homecoming for Six Nations

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Syracuse.com: Even after a hard defeat, Rich Kilgour did Sunday what he'd been doing with eloquence, all week. His Iroquois Nationals lacrosse team had just lost to Team Canada, 12-8, in the finals of the World Indoor Lacrosse Championships at the Carrier Dome. The defeat was especially painfully for the Nationals, because the tournament was hosted for the first time by a … [Read more...] about Silver medal finish, golden destination: Proud coach on lacrosse homecoming for Six Nations