Sovereignty is the foundation of who we are as Cherokee people — the promise our ancestors made and the responsibility we carry forward. It defines our self-governance, protects our rights, and ensures our culture continues to thrive wherever we are. Hosted by Emmy-winning producer Jen Loren, this episode features Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Deputy Chief Bryan Warner, and Attorney General Chad Harsha as they discuss the history, challenges, current threats to, and enduring strength of Cher

Our Cherokee Family returns with a very special episode for #WomensHistoryMonth! ❤️ Join Kim Teehee, Cherokee Nation's Delegate to Congress, as she researches her genealogy with Cherokee historian Krystan Moser. Delegate Teehee and Krystan dig through historical records to uncover Delegate Teehee's family history, the origin of the "Teehee" last name, and Delegate Teehee's connections to another strong Cherokee woman: former Principal Chief Wilma P. Mankiller. #ancestry #genealogy #OurCherokeeFa

Do your family legends include a Cherokee Princess? There was no royalty in Native American tribes, but there are steps you can take to determine whether or not you have Native American ancestry. | Ancestry

Why join the Gadugi Corps? Our strength as a Nation lies in our people. Gadugi Corps is more than a program—it’s a movement built on unity, service, and culture. When disaster strikes, it is our neighbors, our elders, our families who feel the impact first. If you would like to participate or have any questions, please email shawn-crittenden@cherokee.org or madison-long@cherokee.org | Cherokee Nation