Author, lawyer, speaker Gyasi Ross gives the closing keynote at the NAIS People of Color Conference on December 4, 2015 and give you a glimpse of what is going on in Native communities and Native students across the country. Gyasi Ross is an essayist, poet, speaker, activist, and lawyer who has written for The Huffington Post, Indian Country Today, Deadspin, and Gawker.
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Through a life of service, listening, and living within Native American Indian communities, Gyasi Ross profoundly understands the needs of his people and has dedicated his life to forging change within his communities.
He has discussed the intersection between Native American life and politics, sports, and pop culture on television. Additionally, Gyasi Ross has spoken at dozens of campuses nationwide on topics related to Native America, as well as broader discussions on race, racism, and white privilege.
Whether taking a more nuanced perspective on the Redskins controversy, encouraging self-worth in the community, or defending the civil rights of those who can’t fight for themselves, Gyasi Ross keeps part of his mission to raise the profile of the reservation populace, as well as instill a sense of pride among the people.
Gyasi Ross released his second book, How to Say I Love You in Indian, in early 2014.
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For decades, People of Color Conference has nurtured and sustained people of color in independent schools. Participant acceptance of cherished community norms helps make the creation of this unique experience possible.
Speakers, affinity group work, and workshop presenters not only inform participants but also challenge them to think in new and different ways.
Further, conference attendees have the opportunity to network and build connections with others who remain committed to building and sustaining independent school communities in which people of color can thrive.
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