Indigenous Peoples and Human Rights

January 7, 2026

Mohawk Nation News 'Mohawk Alliance With Venezuela 2007"

MOHAWK ALLIANCE WITH VENEZUELA 2007

 OF REMARKS OF THE MOHAWK WOMEN AT THE

INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLE IN VENEZUELA

“BEARS ARE MOUNTING THE SILVER EAGLE TO MEET THE CONDOR”

MNN. Aug. 5, 2007. The Indigenous people and President Hugo Chavez are bringing together 40 Indigenous nations of Venezuela from August 7 to 9, 2007.

The Mohawk delegation is made up of two women, Kahentinetha, an elder and Karenhahes, Bear Clan Mother.

Hugo Chavez: How he brought heating oil to Native Americans

Photo Robert Free Galvan

Native Americans Lost an Ally

By Robert Free Galvan
Censored News
Also see: Part II: Robert Free Galvan 'The Amazon'

Robert Free Galvan with Senk'lip (ALEX LOUIE) of BC, with
Venezuelan Minister of Indigenous Health Dr. Noli Fernandez,
Wayuu Nation, visiting  health care clinics in the
Amazon region of Venezuela.

We lost an ally! May he rest in peace President Hugo Chavez. He supported indigenous rights by naming many indigenous people to high positions. Dr Noli Fernandez of the Wyuu Tribe as Minister of Indigenous Health. He also supported the election of the first indigenous Governor for the province of Amazonia.

I share this story:
Venezuela hosted the world gathering of youth and students in Caracas 2005.

Robert Free 'Remembering Hugo Chavez' Part II Amazon


Delegation Alex Louie, Robert Free, Casey Camp, Sarah James
 and Clan mother of 
Piaroas Tribe. 
Second journey to build Indigenous Friendship and Solidarity Jan 2006

By Robert Free Galvan
Censored News Exclusive!

Also see: Part I: Robert Free: How Hugo Chavez brought heating oil to Native   Americans
http://bsnorrell.blogspot.com/2013/03/hugo-chavez-how-he-brought-heating-oil.html

Sharing more stories of the development of solidarity and friendship with Venezuela

Friendship dance with Mission Guaicaipuro
medical students of 33 tribes.
After the World Youth and Student Gathering in Caracas in August 2005, on my first trip to Venezuela, it led to the heating oil to tribes and poor people in December 2005.

Shortly afterward, Caracas hosted the World Social Forum in January 2006. This would be my second trip to Caracas. I tried to get a delegation of indigenous people from the north continent to establish 



friendship and cultural exchanges and to share our struggles before the World Social Forum. After approaching indigenous organizations ( IITC, AIM, IEN, etc), tribes, all seemed focused on other things or with no resources and declined to join. But I was determined to make this gathering. My interest in the social system of the country under President Hugo Chavez was growing deeper. President Hugo Chavez had re-directed oil wealth from a few hands and pockets, to addressing the needs of the people. I had to see how it was being implemented.

January 6, 2026

Walking Beyond Capitalism, Wendsler Nosie Journeys to Federal Court in Phoenix



"Apache Stronghold Completes Day 2 of the Spiritual Journey to Protect Oak Flat
On Day 2 of this sacred journey, we come together to send our prayers for the three court cases dedicated to saving Oak Flat. United in our shared goal, we stand against the injustices we all face. We find ourselves in a battle to protect Mother Earth and all that Creator/God has brought into existence. This is a spiritual war as much as it is a physical one, requiring each of us to recognize our duty to protect the people of this land and our planet.
We must unite in One Drum, One Prayer, One Circle. A’hi’ye (thank you) for the love, prayers, and support pouring in from across the country. As we embark on Day 3 in the morning, we will continue our ceremony, honoring the prayers of those who have gone before us, those present today, and those yet to come." -- Apache Stronghold, Jan. 6, 2026


"This morning is Day 2 of the Spiritual Journey to Save Oak Flat as we run and walk feeling Mother Earth with every step. We ask for continued prayers as we face this evil in this world that is meant to destroy us all. Thank you all for lighting a fire or candle as sending prayers. Please continue to watch our social media as will we’ll continue to give updates. Blessing to everyone." -- Apache Stronghold.

Wendsler Nosie, Sr., Apache Stronghold

Walking Beyond Capitalism, Wendsler Nosie Journeys to Federal Court in Phoenix


Apache Stronghold: "We ended Day 1 of the Spiritual Journey from Chi’chil BiƂdagoteel (Oak Flat) to Sandra Day O’Connor. We thank all those who came and supported us physically and in prayer. We took every step with intention and prayer, as we face this evil in this world that chooses to destroy the greatest gift Creator/God has created the Earth. We will continue tomorrow Day 2 tomorrow at 6 am in the morning and with every breath we take to defend Oak Flat and Mother Earth."

Apache Stronghold

Censored News, January 3, 2026 

Good afternoon to all my family, friends, relatives, and people. I come to you in this  moment in time, knowing we all have been born into from our parents and those before. We  all know those before us, suffered from a great evil, who tried to destroy them. This evil still  exists today.