Only one problem remained: I had to find a way to go. "HUMANITARIAN AWARD of DISTINCTION" - IndieFest Film Awards, LaJolla, CA February 8, 2017 Some of my children are buried there. Cody is a member of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian reservation, which is not far from my home. The mission of the Heard Museum is to be the worlds preeminent museum for the presentation, interpretation and advancement of Standing Rock Sioux siblings Austin, Mani, and PJ, stand in front of a police-guarded barricade. The movement is rooted in a prophesy made by Lakota Medicine Man Black Elk after the 1890 massacre at Wounded Knee, S.D. We included '7th Generation' in our film festival due to the elders stories, untold history and positive outlook for the future of our nation, our youth, the 7th Generation. ~ Joely Proudfit, Ph.D., Director California Indian Culture & Sovereignty Center; Chair, American Indian Studies, California State University San Marcos; Californias American Indian & Indigenous Film Festival, Current Film Version Completed April 2017, WSD Productions - Post-Production Supervisor. It represents purity, sacrifice and a sign that prophecy is being fulfilled. Rushmore - Crazy Horse - The future for the 7th Generation, WINNER!!! Lakota youth riders of the Horse Nation gallop bareback at Standing Rock. His visions joined those of a second cousin, the famous war chief Crazy Horse, who was even more prophetic. "7th Generation is about Oglala Lakota tribal member Jim Warne's efforts in helping Tribal Nations find a way to succeed in a contemporary American system and still remain Indian at heart ~ John-L Voth, Director and Editor. That famous vision had occurred at age nine when the Indian mystic took ill and was prone and unresponsive for several days hearkening to a near-death occurrence. Before leaving the scene, he reached his gun out the window and fired seven rounds over the crowd. In 2012, she had a turning point. The rite of purification -the sweat lodge used to cleanse the spirit and bring the person closer to the Great Spirit. Great article thank you for writing something positive about the Rez! It contains information for the future lives of the Anishinaabe which are still in the process of being fulfilled. According to history this woman revealed the mysteries of the earth to them, and then laid down on the ground and turned into a black buffalo, then red, then yellow, and finally white. The red nation shall rise again and it shall be a blessing for a sick world; a world filled with broken promises, selfishness and separations; a world longing for light again. When she left, she turned into a white buffalo, and promised some day to return. The film is to help the public understand the hardships felt by Indian Country since those times, what really happened in the boarding school era, the historical trauma that tribal members still deal with today, what Mt. Recognition by all that America is Native American land, and that real universal healing starts with this factual recognition and realization under the sacred Tree of Life and One Circle. His story of the 7th Generation touches many levels of history and the unknown experiences of past generations. s.src="//widgets.amung.us/classic.js"; Last week, Sophia Wilansky, 21, was seriously injured after being hit by a projectile when officers threw less-than-lethal weapons at demonstrators. During a speech he gave in Seattle shortly before his death (which his doctor literally deemed to be of a broken heart), Chief Joseph said: Today I would like to be back in my old home in Wallowa Valley. The tribal colleges were founded in buildings that would have been condemned on most university campuses. A true Native defined school system and curriculum that teaches our dear childs practical definitive tools to identify and combat trauma, such as developing their self-love, self-care and self-identity, instead of them reacting to trauma without definitive tools when they grow older. The Heard Museum screened the film 7th Generation to a maximum capacity crowd the audience expressed the film brilliantly displayed an overlooked conversation 5. So maybe the birth of a white buffalo and this group of Lakota millennials can make a difference. ~ Fred R. McFarlane, Ph.D., Interwork Institute, San Diego State University, Films like 7th Generation should be included in our curriculum. About the Summit. "BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE" - Los Angeles Film & Script Festival, Hollywood, CA November 4, 2017 by Gregg Prescott, M.S. In late January of 2013, exactly 150 years after the signing of that first treaty, Spotted Eagle and other activists convened tribal representatives from across the continent on the Ihanktonwan reservation. 7th Generation, a Documentary Film: Directed by John L Voth. The prophecy said that animals would be born strange and deformed, their limbs twisted out of shape. "The Flathead Lake International Cinemafest proudly screened 7th Generation at our 6th Annual Film Festival on the Flathead Indian Reservation of Montana. Ive been to school, but I never heard about most of this before, said Tigertail, who attended public schools in Clewiston. This seventh generation will take back what little culture and rights remain and amplify positive change for future generations that don't yet exist. Tonia Jo is a well known comedian within the Native American communities and often portrays her alter-ego, Auntie Beachress. It was one of the most violent encounters of the ongoing resistance. We apologize for the inconvenience. Now, when they visit Washington, D.C. and see the (United States Holocaust Memorial Museum) they will know that it happened to our people, too, Smith said. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. When construction began, water protectors made an attempt to occupy the location to protect it. Its about enlightenment. "GRAND JURY AWARD" California Film Awards", https://calfilmawards.com/index.php/awards-side/2017-winners, "WINNER!!! Frank Waln, a Lakota activist and Hip Hop artist from the Sicangu Sioux Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota. Lakota Prophecies. After pushing into several protectors with his truck while laying on his horn and revving his engine, he pulled out a handgun and began pointing it at people. Hes right: this gathering of nations is unprecedented in Native American history. When someone yelled gun, in fear, Larry sprang into action with several others and ran to confront the man and place himself in between harms way and the other water protectors. The mass animal die-off was predicted in native American prophecy. Each episode would be published on podcast platforms, like Spotify and the Apple Podcast app. Ojiibwe (Chippewa) Propecy of the Fires Seven prophets came to the Anishinabe. Expect an audience of 200+ young Indigenous people from every province and territory, a gathering dedicated to empowering the next generation of energy and environmental leaders accelerating our transition to live in a more sustainable way. As legend states, long ago, the Sacred White Buffalo Calf Woman came to Earth and gave the Lakota people a Sacred Pipe and a small round stone. WE NEED TO STOP OUR OWN DESIRES NOW. Where I live, in the wooded mountains of north-east Oregon, firewood is abundant. I pray for hope, healing, and unity among all living things, as prophesized by the great Chief and your blessed messenger Crazy Horse. Not seeing our posts on FB? "WINNER!!! According to the prophecy, after seven generations of living in close contact with the Europeans, the Onkwehonwe would see the day when the elm trees would die. Frank Waln talks Native history, new Single and Seventh Generation prophecy Vocalo Radio Vocalo 91.1 FM - Chicago share Frank Waln is a Lakota activist and Hip Hop artist from the Sicangu. I hope more police officers will come and stand with us.. I see a time of seven generations when all the colors of mankind will gather under the sacred Tree of Life and the whole Earth will become one circle again. The seventh generation are activists, teachers, artists, doctors, scientists, community leaders, attorneys, language warriors, spiritual leaders, powwow celebrities, single parents. IMAGE CAPTIONS:Danielle TaSheena in her Bedroom: Danielle works as a Judge for the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. The 35th-generation New Mexican makes history as the first Indigenous Cabinet secretary U.S. history. I feel that more topics like the message from Jims film should be taught at all levels. Warne, a nationally recognized motivational speaker armed with college degrees that include a masters in post-secondary education, takes every chance to educate. Society is in an epidemic, pandemic and overall concerning and dangerous time with the virus, politicians blocking legislation, and the basic needs of the people (food, housing, income and health care, among others) being unmet. His prophecy is coming true, but only because leaders especially Indian leaders persistently work for improvements despite negativity and naysaying both on and off the rez. While attempting to disarm the Sioux, a shot was fired and a scuffle ensued. Much as cities in the Dakotas are named for local tribes, Wallowa County and my hometown of Joseph are named for the people who had to endure atrocities committed by settlers eager to clear that land. The biggest change we've witnessed on the rez in our one generation of publishing is the development of the tribal colleges. A documentary that speaks of the trials and tribulations that the Oglala Lakota Nation of South Dakota faced and are still facing to this day. She felt the pressure of life and experienced a very traumatizing family event. DOCUMENTARY FEATURE Hollywood International Moving Pictures Film Festival", http://himpff.com/september-2017-winners.html, "WINNER!!! I am proud to see the insights of our elders shared in 7th Generation. 410 East 3rd Street,Yankton, SD 57078| Phone: 605-665-6655 | Toll Free: 800-456-5117Copyright (c) 2017 | South Dakota Magazine. Just like the prophecy, dont ignore it, accept it. Please call South Dakota Magazine at 800-456-5117 to place your order by phone or if you have any further questions. Gregg Prescott, M.S. When subtracted from the current decade, seven times 25 (the average span of a generation) dates back to the Trail of Tears era. Many people say we are now in the seventh generation today. Development and implementation of Indigenous-designed community-based trauma informed schools, communities, urban Native American programs, tribes and coalitions that combine applicable proven science, tribal culture, the Warrior Spirit and Indigenous wisdom in all institutions to heal the people. Mitakuye (my relative), I, Chief Arvol Looking Horse, of the Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota Nation, ask you to understand an Indigenous perspective on what has happened in America, what we call "Turtle Island." My words seek to unite the global community through a message from our sacred ceremonies to unite spiritually, each in . My friend and her auntie were treated dismissively at the ER in Bismarck, and a nurse said thatll teach you when they told her how she was injured. Physical Pains & Their Metaphysical Meanings. Intimidation doesnt stop there; as has been widely reported, physical interactions have also taken place. (Oceti Sakowin means Seven Council Fires the seven tribes of the Great Sioux Nation.). As an Indigenous American, there was never any question of whether I should travel to Standing Rock or not. A world filled with broken promises, selfishness and separations. is the founder and editor ofIn5DandZentasia. Gab The man behind Dakota Access pipeline, Wecan resist the Dakota pipeline through a powerful tool: divestment, Thewestern idea of private property is flawed. In the northeast, the Sisseton Wahpeton College campus features the architecture of a drum and dancers. That generation would mend the scared hoop, "the continuity of the Lakota people," severed by the murder of innocents at Wounded Knee in 1890. Hopefully, what people learn today will carry through to stronger, safer and sustainable communities tomorrow, she said. Flathead Lake International Cinemafest 2018, WINNER!!! I am horrified, she said. Why? The new Lakota Studies building at Sinte Gleska University in Mission, South Dakota. Recently, Lakota elders had made moves to resurrect a new Cowboy Indian Alliancethis time to take on Keystone XL. OHS advances to 7A regional final May 17. Juanita: Juanita had a long list of accomplishments and was the ideal role model to her community. The final episodes look toward the future, the youth, and Crazy Horse's Seventh Generation prophecy. 7th Generation: Directed by John L Voth. The Real Legacy of Crazy Horse The Oglala Sioux leader prophesied an economic, spiritual, and social renaissance among Native American youth. Now, well-educated young Indians have a venue for service and leadership. The film is to help the public understand the hardships felt by Indian Country since those times, what really happened in the boarding school era, the historical trauma that tribal members still deal with today, what Mt. I just couldnt afford the trip. Okeechobee, Dwyer tied 5-5 in top of 9th. SevenGen 2022: Indigenous Youth Energy Summit is taking place September 8-11, 2022 on Whitecap Dakota Nation, Saskatchewan Canada. It was their ancestors who defeated Gen Custer at the famous battle of the Little Bighorn. I glanced at my vehicle, already knowing it was hardly suited for the 1,100-mile drive from my home in north-east Oregon, and resigned myself to staying home. He foresaw war, famine and sickness among his people and their sacred circle would be broken. How is it that lawbreakers who include pedophiles, thieves and drug dealers get more health care allowance than we do? s an Indigenous American, there was never any question of whether I should travel to Standing Rock or not. A powerful silent spiritual . return text.replace('By Navajo Times |', ''); The grandchildren (of Seminole Tribe founders) perked up when they heard about our genocide. We had a excellent first year and looking forward to 2016. In the film Warne says Black Elk's prophecy is that it will take seven generations to heal the "broken" circle that occurred at the Wound Knee massacre of 1890. (LogOut/ document.getElementsByTagName("head")[0].appendChild(s); ~ Frank H. Tyro, PhD, co-director of FLIC, "Jim is a fellow tribal member who is committed to giving back to his people. I started to believe in my dreams and in myself again. Today, she works for the Community Wellness program on her reservation and has influenced positive changes in the program and in her community, particularly within the youth.Mataya: She has considered joining the military after high school and said, being in the army would be cool, but being an Indian in the army would be even cooler. Native Americans seem to suffer racism and discrimination in many places; but in the military, they are highly-respected and have a very interesting presence within the U.S. military history.Crisosto: From the Mescalero Apache Tribe in New Mexico, Crisosto is a published poet. With Jim Warne. This problem results in many deaths each year due to car accidents. Yes Creator, I hear you in my mind and heart. Agriculture is extremely important to my tribe not only for sustainability but also for religious purposes. The seven fires of the prophecy represent key spiritual teachings for North America, and suggest that the different colors and traditions of the human beings can come together on a basis of respect. He saw a star rising from the east that would bring wisdom. "BEST INDIGENOUS FILM" & "BEST OF FLIC" - Flathead Lake International Cinemafest, Polson, MT January 27, 2018 & Encore Screening February 1, 2018 "GRAND JURY AWARD" - California Film Festival, Coronado, CA January 5, 2018 The story of Chief Joseph, in particular, is yet another tale of a protector willing to sacrifice everything in the face of insurmountable odds. For decades following the mass relocations, the same disregard occurred in reservation schools. Some of his other interests include playing music, song writing, exercising, and painting. Mother Earth, Father Sun, the animal world and plant world listening in as the prophecy is conveyed from the Great Spirit. Among his people and in other various indigenous teachings, being homosexual is coined as being two-spirited, which is rooted from traditional philosophies of gender-defined spaces: a male and female universe, a male and female rain, Father Sky and Mother Earth, etc. All Native people knowing and speaking their tribal language with pride and dignity. Thank you for your support!! Retired after 30 years in law enforcement, Jeff has an easy way about him which would lend itself to de-escalation tactics as a police officer. Wallowa County itself, much like the Standing Rock area, is home to one of the most tragic tales in American history and the Indian wars. jQuery(".post-meta p").text(function(index, text) { The Seventh Generation prophecy exists in the oral traditions of many of the indigenous tribes of the US and Canada, including the Mohawk tribe, the Iroquois, the Lakota Sioux, the Oglala Sioux, the Hopi, Ute, Zuni, Apache and Navajo, to only name a few. John looks forward to telling more stories through film. What is the outcome of this worldwide situation impacting all the people? West Europe International Film Festival 2019, WINER!!! After seven generations of darkness had passed, there would be a reuniting of not only the Lakota but all peoples, he prophesied, creating a "Sacred Hoop" the world over. They have not only been instrumental in helping to initiate the movement, but also in leading and inspiring it. Real Native history being shared and taught to all colors of mankind based on real truth, not a settler colonialist biased perspective. This week, over 2,000 veterans will arrive at Standing Rock as part of a support deployment. "BEST INDIGENOUS FILM" & "BEST OF FLIC" Flathead Lake International Cinemafest, Polson, Montana", Showboat Cinemas January 27, 2018 Encore Screening Feb. 1, 2018, "WINNER!!! A powerful silent spiritual moment. that left 300 Lakota men, women and children at the hands of the U.S. Army. Please like and follow In5D onGab,In5D Telegram,In5D Bitchute, Instagram, TikTok, Rumble, Twitter, and In5D on Facebook!/, See EXCLUSIVE In5D videos and articles on Patreon for a minimal donation! I quickly agreed to the opportunity, but requested that we attempt to raise donations for the water protectors, the group of Native Americans representing over 300 different tribes who are encamped near the location where the pipeline is slated to cross the Missouri river. He has also directed, co-produced, and edited The Mystery of William Henry Brown and Brown's Trading Post. History, it seemed, was repeating itself, only in a more modern form. If its not being taught in school or at home, it needs to be taught here. Black Elk, the Lakota holy man, predicted long ago that his people would find new hope in the seventh generation. Additionally, KILI Radio has committed to broadcasting them. Subscribe today 1 year (6 issues) is just $25! The present generation of American Indian, college-aged young adults are by their own accord fulfilling the "prophecy of the Seventh Generation." According to this prophecy, after seven generations of living in close contact with Europeans, young tribal descendants who are growing up today will find ways to bring back their culture and language. Dakota Goodhouse is one of those who sees coincidences between the past and present. I envision the Great Warrior and Chief Crazy Horse meditating, praying, using song, ceremony, eagle feathers, sacred pipe, cedar, water, fire and language to connect with and respect Creator as he opens his heart and mind to receive the prophecy. He directed, produced, and edited 7th Generation. Maybe leaders will come out of this group of people that can provide spiritual, economic, and social renewal. I think thats how we can change the world by everybody coming together. After seven generations of darkness had passed, there would be a reuniting of not only the Lakota but all peoples, he prophesied, creating a Sacred Hoop the world over. If his starting point was the arrival of the white man in the mid 19th century, the seventh generation is about at hand. He is looking forward to creating more great documentaries and films that speak to the heart and shed light on the truth. https://www.patreon.com/in5d, Follow In5D on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, WG1WGA, Patreon, and OnStellar. Photo by Bernie Hunhoff. My daughter Tianna Yellow Hair and I started Tatanka Rez Tourz. A once proud people have degenerated into a negative demographic. Born and raised on the Rosebud Reservation in South . Rushmore looks like through a Lakota lens and the history behind Paha Sapa the Black Hills. Alayna and Tonia Jo: These two Lakota women introduce themselves as sisters, even though there is no blood relation. My primary motivation for supporting Standing Rock is to stand for those who are standing up to corporate fascism in the face of human rights violations, he told me. He teaches a course on Native American Studies at United Tribes Technical College. The 7th Generation is a powerful documentary there are strong lessons to be learned from viewing the 7th Generation. She was the first from her tribe to win. Prophecy of the Crazy Horse Crazy Horse lived in a Lakota camp in present-day Wyoming with his younger half-brother, Little Hawk, son of Iron Between Horns and Waglula. We will all die just the same. I doubt even Black Elk envisioned blackjack has part of the rebirth of his people. Prophecy Of The Seventh Generation Is Happening NOW! Okeechobee High softball leads Dwyer 5-2 in top of 7th in 7A regional SF. INDIAN FAIR & MARKET PARKING MAP CLICK HERE, This site uses cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage and provide a personalized browsing experience.