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

In 1838, the Cherokee Nation was forced to march 1,200 miles on the Trail of Tears, losing a quarter of their population while white settlers seized their ancestral lands | Forgotten History

Introducing Part 1 of our new limited series: Our Cherokee Family ❤️ Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. sits down with genealogist David Hampton at the Cherokee National Research Center in Tahlequah, Cherokee Nation Reservation, to explore Chief Hoskin’s family history. | Cherokee Nation

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