Cultural Event Analysis

Leadership abilities are key in being a part of any organization. I believe that in becoming a part of the National Association of Colored Women’s Clubs (NACWC), I will be able to bring some great ideas in helping the young women of today, no matter what race or religion. Girls need mentors in their life that will help build them up in becoming respectable young women. NACWC will help me reach a goal of educating the children, holding seminars for young ladies, and serving the community. I cannot do everything by myself and I realize that I need a community behind me that believes in the same ideas and to support me.

Culture is a key aspect of a human that reflects on their lifestyle, family, traditions and pulls together the external influences that play a role in how one chooses to live their life. For me, culture is something you collect throughout your lifetime. In my lifetime, I have been lucky enough to travel outside of the United States and meet people from all over the world. I have seen how people go about their daily routines in many different ways compared to mine. The main cultural influence that has been present in my life since day one is the closeness of my family. All my cousins are very close it has often odd when I hear about families with weak relationships and small size. Another influence that has shaped my behavior was my exposure of extreme poverty and extreme wealth while living in Mexico. Lastly, a cultural influence that has shaped my belief system is my education.

What National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Chattanooga Chapter Inc events have you attended and/or supported? When? I love the fashion shows presented by the NCBW’s because of the professionalism and the poise displayed by women of color. I’ve also attended the masquerade ball again professionally displayed.

I attended the Gender, Labor and Politics event provided by the Black Studies Project at UC San Diego. During this event, I was able to hear about the research done by three black women in which they examined the intersectionality of black women in America during different time periods. There were three speakers but I found that the research done by Sarah Haley brought forth the most relevant and interesting information.

Upon leaving the student world and joining the industry, it is important to still attend the conference. At this point in your career, you will benefit the same way a student would, but with far more understanding and with greater benefits at hand. You will have the opportunity to learn from others and collaborate with other developers. Along with this you will be able to meet prospective team members and students that are either

My Northern State University (NSU) American Indian academic advisor, Lara Nelson has inspired me and encouraged me for the two years of my collegiate career to be extremely involved and active in leadership roles. She is the leader of the Native American Student Association at NSU as well, and has encouraged me to be an active participant in the association and consequently, I was elected as the treasurer of the association in September 2016 and I also serve as student advisor on the NSU American Indian Advisory Committee which serves under the direction of the university’s Provost. In these positions, it is necessary for me to communicate and organize so that we can fulfill the organizations goals. We have been instrumental in helping shape

The name of this event is “An Evening with Elder Madonna Thunder Hawk: Building Solidarity and Resistance Movements.” Here students and community members will be able to discuss the current political climate on a national and global scale. They will also be able to speak about the state of activism and how to organize effectively. With Madonna’s lifelong work as an indigenous activist and her current leadership as part of the Standing Rock Resistance Movement, her knowledge, advice and inspiration on our campus is greatly needed right now.

As a woman, I am grateful to all the strong female activists that have paved the way that has allowed all United States female citizen’s the rights we have today.

One of my biggest projects the past two years was serving a committee member with the Soroptimist Club of Madera, California to help create the event “Dream it, Be it” This event has touched my heart because it shows girls that no matter your race, religion, or current financial status you can achieve your dreams. Many girls in my small town do not have people in their lives that support or motivate them. It was extremely important to me that these girls realize that they are more than statistics, that they have powerful hungry brains that are willing to take them to the next level with hard work. I wanted these girls to know that I believe in them and I am willing to put my time and energy in for them. Being a first generation college student myself, I knew that I needed to use my voice to help girls to go after their dreams, no matter how far off they may seem. I have been a key member in making this event come to life and through this event I have been able to speak to girls and motivate them. I have found inspiration through community service and I want to spread this fire in my heart. I have been able to use leadership as a powerful tool for growth in my community. In hopes that one day everyone will go after their dreams and desires and use these skills to benefit

The event I chose to attend was the Natchez 29th Annual Powwow. I was unaware of how much history that was in the city of Natchez. This was a pretty fun experience for my husband and me. The Powwow takes place every year in March in the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians. I had never attended a Powwow before, but had always heard how interesting it is. The Native Americans use Powwows to meet together in dancing, singing, visiting with old friends and meeting new friends. Powwows honor and keep alive the Native American traditions and cultures. Through this experience, I was able to see how important spirituality is to the Native American cultures.

Case Western Reserve University’s Social Justice Institute is hosting a moderated discussion of how a group of elderly African American women in East Cleveland maintain a sense of community despite adversity.

important characteristic in the overall makeup of the culture. Status is a key element in the success of a person in the region.

A cultural event that I have attended in the past that has had a memorable affect on my life was a Native American Powwow. This event takes place every year, Thanksgiving weekend in Tucson, AZ. I arrived in the late afternoon, as the sun was going down. I remember seeing many different types of people, from tourists to the different Native American performers. The physical setting of this particular celebration was outside, and based around, one main circle. Drums were beating so loud, you could feel the pound inside your chest. Different activities were going on all around, such as dancers, vendors, and a huge variety of foods to choose from. The circular dancing arena is known as the arbor, this area is blessed before any of the events

Ever since my Guidance Counselor placed me in this women's leadership and activism program called Sadie Nash during my senior year of high school, I have become engrossed in the subject. Due to my interest in women's leadership I would want to give a group tour around New York to visit some historical landmarks and other places surrounding women's rights and empowerment.

event is a new learning experience. My K-12 education has made me what I am today: an educated young woman and aspiring High School English Teacher. I