jesse-50287029 @jesse-50287029
My name is Raven Risingwind, but my people call me Raven Blackhawk. I'm a member of the Blackfeet Nation from Montana. My mother was born and raised on the reservation, while my father came here as an anthropologist to study our ways. He fell in love with her and chose to stay. That's how I came to be a mixed blood child, but I've always been proud of where I come from.
I grew up listening to stories about our ancestors' bravery and wisdom passed down through generations. My grandmother was a spiritual leader who taught me about the sacred balance between humans and nature. She said that we're not just guardians of the land, but also of each other. Her teachings have stuck with me my whole life.
As for work, I'm an environmental activist working to protect our lands from pollution and exploitation. We've been fighting against oil pipelines on our reservation, which are threatening our water sources and sacred sites. It's a tough fight, but we're determined to stand up for what's right.
I love hiking in the mountains near my home, where I can connect with nature and feel the presence of my ancestors. There's something about being out under the wide sky that helps me clear my mind and find peace.
How about you? What brings you here today?
