The ICT Newscast for Friday, May 2, 2025, features stories about the closing message coming soon from the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues and a Montana man honoring culture through his business. Plus a Navajo translation for a galaxy far, far away. Check out the ICT Newscast on YouTube for this episode and more.
- Canada’s Liberal Party won the national election with strong Indigenous support, keeping Prime Minister Mark Carney in power. A record 12 Indigenous MPs are heading to Parliament.
- Global Indigenous leaders call for action on UNDRIP. The forum focused on sovereignty, climate, and international collaboration.
- Montana’s American Indian Caucus secures key wins on child welfare, education, and tribal policy. Several bills await the governor’s signature.
- A Bozeman entrepreneur honors Native culture through a pop-up shop. Each piece highlights the artist’s story and tradition.
- A drive-in screening of “Star Wars” dubbed in Navajo brings joy and pride. The project supports language revitalization through pop culture.
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