Today we're going to learn about the Cherokee Ghigau (or Beloved Women) Nanyehi. She survived wars, invasions, epidemics, and the relentless encroachment of colonists and chose over and over again to wield her influence to reduce bloodshed and advocate for the survival of her nation.

Promised links for further research:

Cherokee Nation Foundation. Scholarships, cultural education and youth programs for Cherokee citizens.

Museum of the Cherokee People. Cultural preservation, education, and community-led conservation in Cherokee homelands.

The Red Road. Supporting Native communities through cultural revitalization, environmental stewardship, and healing practices.

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