Women warriors have always existed in many tribes across Indian - TopicsExpress



          

Women warriors have always existed in many tribes across Indian Country. Their fearless feats in combat and security for their tribes have long been told in historic and contemporary storytelling. One such woman warrior of is Crow, Hidatsa, Gros Ventre and Northern Cheyenne heritage has been recognized by the White House as a Champion of Change. Champions of Change, honors veterans and their families who are doing extraordinary work across the country as leaders in entrepreneurship. On Wednesday, August 27, the White House honored The Champions of Change in Washington. Among those honorees was Mitchelene Big Man who traveled from her home in Pueblo, Colo. Mitchelene Big Man is the President and Founder of Native American Women Warriors Organization (NAWW); the first ever recognized all Native American Women Color Guard. The purpose of NAWW is to bring recognition to all women veterans, especially those of Native American descent, and their contribution to the military. Big Man was awarded the Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE) for her efforts in being a voice for Native American Women Veterans.
Posted on: Fri, 05 Sep 2014 12:45:43 +0000

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