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The Power of Indigenous-Led Tourism

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the resilience, contributions, and sovereignty of the Native peoples who were the original stewards of the land. First proclaimed in 2021 by President Biden, this day is a reminder of our country’s responsibility to recognize and...

Voices of the Black Hills: SDNTA Tour Guide Training Program Strengthens Native Storytelling Through Tourism

The Black Hills, or Pahá Sápa, hold a profound significance for the Lakota people, not just as a sacred land, but as the very heart of their cultural identity, spiritual connection, and history. For centuries, these hills have been a source of life, sustenance, and...

Indigenous-Led Tourism’s Potential as a Transformative, Decolonizing Force

In celebration of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, the Indigenous Tourism Collaborative of the Americas (ITCA) hosted a webinar on August 8, 2024: Indigenous Driven Tourism: Putting Colonization in the Rear View through Autonomy and...

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