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

Smoke Dance on Saturday, July 5 at the Annual Eastern Band Cherokee Pow Wow held at the old Cherokee High School site in Cherokee, N.C. (Videography by Dawn Arneach) | Cherokee One Feather

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This group of elk was out for a stroll in a field just outside Cherokee, N.C., in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the morning of Friday, April 18. | Cherokee One Feather

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