Regardless of how you choose to spend Thanksgiving, remember that you are doing so on Native land. And while Native families spend the day celebrating our culture and our resilience, I challenge you to spend some time educating yourself, educating your children, discussing the injustices that Native people face, and committing yourself to being an advocate for Native people.

While Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate Native people and communities, we must honor the traditions of tribal communities every day of the year. Non-native Wisconsinites should take time this month to learn more about Native communities in the state and how we can all work together to promote the well-being of Native people and communities.