Podcast

The Young & Indigenous podcast is a platform that focuses on amplifying the voices and stories of young Indigenous people. The podcast seeks to explore a range of issues facing Indigenous communities today, including cultural preservation, identity, decolonization, activism, and the experiences of being Indigenous in a modern world. It often features interviews with young Indigenous leaders, activists, artists, and thinkers, providing them with a space to share their perspectives and experiences.

The podcast covers topics such as:

  1. Cultural Reclamation: Efforts to revitalize and preserve Indigenous languages, traditions, and knowledge.

  2. Activism and Advocacy: Young Indigenous people who are involved in movements for social justice, land rights, and environmental protection.

  3. Identity and Representation: Navigating what it means to be Indigenous in contemporary society, and challenging stereotypes and misconceptions.

  4. Intergenerational Knowledge: Sharing wisdom and experiences across generations, and the role of young people in shaping the future of Indigenous communities.

It provides a unique and important perspective on the issues that are central to Indigenous youth today, helping to connect people across different cultures and backgrounds with the struggles and strengths of Indigenous peoples.

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Young Tribal Leaders Program

The Young Tribal Leaders Program at Children of the Setting Sun Productions (CSSP) empowers young Indigenous people by building hope grounded in Indigenous knowledge and values. We believe that Native storytelling is central to living in reciprocity with each other and the earth. We take guidance from those who came before us, recognizing that our work serves those yet to come.

The program provides opportunities for youth to develop both cultural and professional skills. Participants engage in planning and representing at speaking engagements, creating episodes for the Young and Indigenous Podcast (YAI), assisting in all levels of film production, and contributing to the leadership and initiatives of the Setting Sun Institute. In addition, Young Tribal Leaders support the organization as a whole and act as liaisons with other Indigenous and community-based organizations.

Our core mission is to nurture leadership for the next generation, ensuring Indigenous youth are equipped to address today’s challenges while honoring their cultural traditions.