Aires’ Post

November is National Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian people and their languages, stories, and cultures. For organizations, this is a powerful moment to reflect on how we can actively support and uplift Native voices within our workplaces, from inclusive hiring practices to supporting Indigenous-led initiatives and businesses and hosting cultural events or featured speakers. How is your organization honoring Native American Heritage Month? #IndigenousHeritageMonth #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth.

In recognition of National Native American Heritage Month, we celebrate the vibrant history and culture of Native American communities throughout our network of facilities, especially in New Mexico, where the spirit of Indigenous heritage enriches our lives every day. Karl Hernandez, LNHA, New Mexico Market President, shares, "In New Mexico, we honor Native American Heritage Month by recognizing our Indigenous populations' unique contributions and traditions. Through education, cultural events, and celebrating traditional cuisine, we strive to foster respect, understanding, and a deeper connection with the diverse cultures of the Pueblos, Navajo Nation, Apache, and other tribal nations. Celebrating this heritage also means remembering the past and present struggles faced by Native communities, acknowledging both historical trauma and the ongoing challenges Indigenous people encounter." "We’re grateful to have a large population of Native American residents and staff who share their wisdom, culture, and history with us daily. They remind us that each nation holds its own identity and sovereignty and that Native Americans are not a monolith but a community of distinct cultures and voices." As we recognize and honor Native American Heritage Month, let’s commit to learning about the rich and complex histories of the Indigenous peoples who have shaped, and continue to shape, this country. Together, we can cultivate a more inclusive and respectful environment for all. Learn more about the history behind this important observance here: https://www.bia.gov/NNAHM #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #DiversityInCare #HonoringIndigenousVoices

Getting to know other cultures and their unique attributes is only one of the reasons we celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Learn about the diversity of the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) community in the U.S. and the issues impacting them today. https://lnkd.in/e-qfJRun #AAPI #AAPIHeritageMonth #AsianAmericanandPacificIslandHeritageMonth #AsianAmericanandPacificIslandHeritage #AsianAmericanandPacificIslander

As we move into the first weekend of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, here are some things to consider (and, of course, actionable insight).

As we move into the first weekend of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, here are some things to consider (and, of course, actionable insight).

It's AANHPI Heritage Month! Check out this list of book reccs by AANHPI authors. https://lnkd.in/g9bYrsvu

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures are the oldest and continuing cultures in the world, dating to at least 65,000 years ago. Culture is distinct to each language group of First Nation Australians, and as there are over 250 languages, this makes First Nations culture incredibly rich, diverse and complex. It is important to note this to avoid homogenising the identity of Aboriginal nations. As we observe National Reconciliation Week 2024, ‘Now More Than Ever’ we should be celebrating First Nations culture as it is an acknowledgement of history as well as provides an opportunity for First Nations Australians to continue or reclaim and revitalise cultural traditions that have been eroded as a result of past and current colonialism and assimilation policies. We’ve put together a short list of meaningful and respectful ways to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The report included here “highlights the various levels of impact Cultural Survival is making around the globe and exemplifies our commitment to creating a future that respects and honors Indigenous Peoples' inherent rights and dynamic cultures, deeply and richly interwoven in lands, languages, spiritual traditions, and artistic expression, rooted in self-determination and self-governance.” https://lnkd.in/gvKBPg47

Language retention is health and healing.

As we move into the first weekend of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, here are some things to consider (and, of course, actionable insight).