DRUM CIRCLE NEWS

VISION-MOTTO :

Welcome to the Circle

PROFILE SHORTS :

Drum Circle News - Summary of Achievements

Drum Circle News is a Native-led media platform dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices and fostering cultural revitalization through authentic storytelling. Our work has included impactful interviews and collaborations that bridge cultures and generations, including:

Cross-Border Indigenous Alliances: Established a working relationship with the National Council of Indigenous Governments of Mexico, supporting efforts to reconnect ancient trade routes and strengthen intertribal relations across North and Central America. This includes coordinating meetings between U.S. Tribal leaders and Mexican Indigenous governments to promote economic sovereignty and cultural exchange.

Conversations with Spiritual and Cultural Leaders: Featured interviews with respected cultural advocates like Antonio Carrasco, President of the California Chapter of the Native American Church, discussing the spiritual significance of peyote ceremonies and the preservation of sacred practices, and Sean Milanovich, a Cahuilla elder with a Doctorate in Anthropology, who shared his deep cultural knowledge and perspectives on sacred sites and traditional ceremonies.

Stories of Resilience and Resistance: Documented the journey of Omeatl, a talk show host and community leader who, after arriving as an undocumented immigrant, established a 35-acre reforestation project in the Tejon Mountains and built a community garden in Boyle Heights, emphasizing self-sufficiency and cultural preservation.

Language and Cultural Revival: Captured the voice of Miguel, a Nahua speaker with a PhD in Mexican History, who shared the importance of language preservation, cultural identity, and the complex history of Native Mexican communities.

AREA OF WORK :

Cultural Revitalization, Environmental Advocacy, Community Empowerment, Intergenerational Storytelling

VISION : 

Our vision is to become the leading Indigenous media platform, uniting Native voices across the Americas and beyond. We aim to rekindle the connections that once bound our ancestors through shared stories, cultural exchange, and sacred trade routes.

Drum Circle News envisions a world where Indigenous perspectives are celebrated, traditional knowledge is preserved, and sovereign nations stand together in solidarity. We seek to amplify the voices of elders, empower the next generation of Native leaders, and inspire a global movement for cultural revival and environmental stewardship.

Through storytelling, we strive to bridge ancient wisdom with modern challenges, creating a platform that honors our past, empowers our present, and shapes a sustainable, interconnected future for all Indigenous peoples.

INNOVATION  ( to Humanity in Unity with all life ): 

Drum Circle News innovates by reclaiming the digital space for Indigenous voices, blending traditional oral storytelling with modern media to create a platform that unites Native nations across the Americas. Our approach bridges cultural and national boundaries, revives ancient trade networks, and builds cross-generational connections, empowering Indigenous communities to reclaim their narratives.

Key innovations include:

Digital Storytelling as Cultural Preservation: Combining traditional oral histories with modern production techniques to capture the voices of elders, spiritual leaders, and cultural advocates, preserving their wisdom for future generations.

Cross-Border Unity: Facilitating dialogue between U.S. Tribal leaders and Mexican Indigenous governments, reconnecting trade routes and fostering economic sovereignty through shared stories and cultural exchange.

Multidimensional Storytelling: Highlighting the resilience and resistance of Indigenous communities through a diverse range of voices, from Nahua historians and cultural advocates to environmental activists and spiritual leaders.

Intergenerational Impact: Creating a digital platform that not only preserves culture but also inspires the next generation of Native leaders to reclaim their identities and lead their communities into the future.

Drum Circle News is more than a media platform—it is a movement to reconnect, heal, and empower Native nations through the power of story.

Welcome to the Circle.

VISION FOR THE NEXT SEVEN GENERATIONS : 

"Drum Circle News envisions a future where Indigenous nations across the Americas stand united, empowered by their shared histories and interconnected through revived trade routes and cultural exchange. Over the next seven generations, we aim to:

Revitalize Cultural Identity: Reclaim and preserve the languages, ceremonies, and ancestral knowledge of Indigenous peoples, ensuring that future generations are deeply rooted in their cultural heritage.

Rebuild Ancient Trade Networks: Reestablish the connections that once bound Native nations through commerce, diplomacy, and mutual support, fostering economic sovereignty and self-determination.

Strengthen Cross-Border Alliances: Create lasting bonds between Indigenous communities across political boundaries, transcending the divisions imposed by colonization and modern borders.

Empower the Next Generation: Inspire Indigenous youth to take leadership roles in their communities, armed with the stories of their ancestors and the tools to shape a sustainable, interconnected future.

Protect Sacred Lands and Waters: Advocate for the protection of the natural world, recognizing that the health of the land is inseparable from the health of the people.

Amplify Indigenous Voices: Continue to serve as a digital campfire, where stories are shared, connections are forged, and the pulse of Indigenous sovereignty is felt for generations to come.

Through this vision, Drum Circle News seeks to create a world where Indigenous nations thrive in unity, cultural sovereignty is restored, and the lessons of the past guide the future."

WEBSITE

https://www.youtube.com/@DrumCircleNews-IMC

CONTACT :

dnews@indigenousmediacompany.com