Sheila Lopez’s Kids Led Her to a Navajo Tradition of Acceptance
Recognition of ‘two-spirit’ people resonates in the LGBTQ community
A Living History of the LGBTQ Movement
Past, present and future heroes honored
Caregiver’s Love Fuels Fight for Marriage Equality
How Jim Obergefell advocated for same-sex couples
Books, Documentaries Explore LGBTQ Life
Celebrate Pride Month with anthologies and more
Celebrate Heroes and Heritage
A Navajo Code Talker Plays A Vital Role in Winning WWII
After enlisting at 17, Thomas Begay dedicated his whole life to public service
Native American Novelist on Living 'in a Haunted Age”
Pulitzer Prize winner Louise Erdrich on navigating Native American and white Cultures
First Native American Cabinet Secretary Makes Her Mark
U.S. Secretary of Interior Deb Haaland including Native people in the conversation
8 Essential Films of the Native American Experience
Step beyond stereotype and toward truths with these dramas, documentaries and comedies
Poet Laureate Joy Harjo Says Age Does Not Define Her
First Native American in post is appointed to rare third term
Caregiving
Outreach, Training Needed to Help Minority Caregivers
Research, training and outreach is needed to better equip Native American communities
When Cultural Styles Clash During Caregiving
Prevent conflict by having a greater awareness of how cultural influences can impact family caregivers
Health
Pandemic Shaves a Year off Life Expectancy of Americans
Communities of color suffered disproportionately higher deaths
This Is What a Breakthrough COVID Infection Feels Like
Despite being vaccinated, they got COVID-19. Here's what their symptoms were like
How Race and Ethnicity Impact Alzheimer's Care, Perceptions
Differing views of dementia from Blacks, Hispanics, Whites, Asians and Native Americans
Expanding Medicare Eligibility Could Help Reduce Disparities
New study finds that coverage gaps for minority groups narrow at age 65
Fewer Native Americans Getting Heart Disease
Study also sees deaths related to heart disease decline for American Indian men
Money & Jobs
Businesses Everywhere Are Looking for Help
Here’s what you need to know and how to take advantage of all the job openings
How to Get Certified as a Minority-Owned Business
Certification can open access to government contracts and other types of support
Age Bias in Hiring Hurts Midcareer Workers Worldwide
Many recruiters perceive younger candidates as better fit, international survey finds
Video Spotlight
COVID Survivor Documents Her Illness on Facebook
Carol Todecheene used Facebook to keep her friends updated as she fought the virus
Telehealth Would Aid Rural, Native American Areas
A daughter talks about the struggles caring for her father 400 miles away on a reservation
Delaware Nation Uses Grant to Build Community Garden
Money from AARP award allowed volunteers to plant in raised beds in time for next growing season
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