Looking back on Native American Heritage Month
Photo: Chumash women who received their moč (traditional chin tattoo). Credit: Deborah Sanchez.
As we reach the end of November, we look back on Native American Heritage Month, where we honor the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans.
Last month we spoke to Deborah Sanchez, a Chumash woman who holds the role of Chair of the Wishtoyo Chumash Foundation. In addition to her involvement in her community, Sanchez is a Superior Court Judge in Los Angeles and teacher of the Šmuwič (Chumash) Language.
We spoke to Sanchez and Arekatera (Katz) Maihi, who is of New Zealand Māori descent, about the shared cultural practice of facial tattooing, an art form that is explored between two indigenous peoples from opposite sides of the world.
You can view the full interview below and learn more about Native American Heritage Month here.
