Nadia Revonia April (Damara and Nama), Keepers of the Earth Fund Program Coordinator, is a black African feminist activist from Windhoek, Namibia. She is passionate about social change and works at the intersections of the 2SLGBTQ+ movement, the women’s movement, and the Indigenous movement in Namibia. Nadia holds a degree in Population Studies from the University of Namibia. She proudly comes from a Khoe-speaking background, with roots in the ǂNūkhoen (Damara) and Nama communities. She speaks KhoeKhoegowab, English, and Afrikaans fluently. Her activism is grounded in a deep commitment to justice, equality, and the empowerment of marginalized voices. Beyond her advocacy work, Nadia finds joy and healing in writing poetry, which she uses as a tool for personal reflection and expression. Reach Nadia at nadia.april@culturalsurvival.org.
By Brandi Morin (Cree/Iroquois)
Photos by Julien Defourny
When thousands take to the streets to defend their livelihoods and territories, the world needs to bear witness.
By Elvia Rodríguez (Ñuu Savi, CS Staff)
Have you ever wondered what life is like in a place affected by mining exploitation? I have, many times: every time I read an article, every time I heard a testimony, every time I watched a video on social media, and I thought I understood what it meant. However, no book, no article, no video can convey what it is like to live day after day in a territory that is being sacrificed.
In 2021, President Biden issued the first-ever presidential proclamation of Indigenous Peoples Day, however he did not replace Columbu
Storytelling is an Indigenous way of knowing. A tradition rooted in listening as much as in narrating. Each year, writers bring vital stories to the world, honoring lessons, battles, and joys passed through kin and community. From searing poetry to thrilling fiction and gentle tales for children and families, these new books by indigenous authors illuminate the ever-deepening circularity of native storytelling. Every one is a testament to the resilience, humor, and imagination that keep traditions old and new very much alive.
By CS Staff: Edison Andrango (Kichwa Otavalo), Roberto De La Cruz Martínez (Binnizá), Michelle de León, and Rosy Sul González (Maya Kakchiquel)
Cultural Survival's community includes people from all walks of life, with beautiful stories to tell of your own about why you decided to become an advocate for Indigenous Peoples' rights. Sharing these stories further connects our community, provides much-needed solidarity and validation to our staff and partners on the ground, and helps us inspire others to join our movement. We are excited to spotlight members and former interns of our community and highlight your contributions and perspectives through our Cultural Survival Spotlight series.
Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are headquartered on Massachusett land, in Cambridge, MA, and we thank the past, current, and future Indigenous stewards of this territory.