Tune in to the RIVR this week as we bring you the energy from the 2025 Native Youth Olympics! The RIVR will have special news coverage Thursday through Saturday that includes daily recaps and social media commentary. Join us for Alaska’s Native Voice and hear from athletes, coaches and more voices from the NYO games. … Read More NYO 2025
Indigenous students at the University of Alaska Anchorage are rallying to save Native Student Services (NSS), a long-standing hub for cultural, academic, and emotional support, amid mounting concerns that university leadership is quietly dismantling the program. Despite official claims of a mere reorganization, students allege NSS has been systemically defunded, stripped of staff, and undermined … Read More UAA’s Native Student Services Faces Dismantling: Students Warn Loss Will Sever Critical Lifeline for Indigenous Support
Catch all the action live on the RIVR as the 2025 March Madness 2A Girls & Boys Championship games take over Anchorage! Listen as the top teams from across the state battle for the title, with expert commentary, in-depth game analysis, and exclusive interviews bringing you closer to the court. The excitement tips off on … Read More March Madness 2025 Broadcast
The University of Alaska Anchorage’s (UAA) Alaska Native Studies Program is hosting a celebration in honor of Elizabeth Peratrovich Day. The event is scheduled from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Social Sciences Building (SSB 119 and 100C1) on the UAA campus. Elizabeth Peratrovich, a member of the Tlingit Nation, was a pivotal figure in … Read More Honoring a Trailblazer: UAA Celebrates Elizabeth Peratrovich Day with Culture, Community, and Reflection
Growing up on the Pabineau First Nation, surrounded by a family of creatives, this rising artist discovered a passion for music that would eventually fuse pop-rap energy with deeply personal storytelling. Their journey reflects a commitment to honoring Mi’kmaq heritage while navigating the ever-evolving world of hip-hop. In this interview, they share how their roots, … Read More Amplifying Voices: How Wolf Castle is Redefining Hip-Hop Through Mi’kmaq Heritage and Personal Storytelling
The Music Production 101 workshop, held at the 2024 Youth and Elders Convention, was a resounding success, offering participants a hands-on introduction to songwriting and music production. Hosted by John Sallee and Rosey Robards, the session kicked off with a panel featuring artists Tyler Young, Wasabiii, and Brother Buffalo. The panelists shared their personal journeys in music, … Read More Music 101 Workshop Recap: 2024 Elders & Youth
Juneau’s picturesque streets and scenic waterfront were alive with the sights and sounds of vibrant cultural expression during Celebration 2024. Held from June 5th to June 8th, this biannual gathering brought together thousands of participants and spectators to honor and celebrate the rich traditions of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian peoples. This year’s Celebration was … Read More Celebration 2024: A Vibrant Showcase of Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian Cultures in Juneau
For Sarah Whalen, MMIWG2 Month is not just a fleeting moment of recognition but a daily, heartfelt struggle. Whalen, an artist and activist, created a powerful logo featuring a woman in a handprint with her hair blowing in the wind and the northern star, to visually convey the beauty and importance of those taken from … Read More MMIWG2 Month: Ongoing Struggle Highlighted, Sarah Whalen-Lunn’s (Inuit) Logo Strikes a Chord with Community
In honor of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) Awareness Month and MMIIP Awareness Day (MMIP), Rising Indigenous Voices Radio interviewed Charlene Apok (Iñupiaq), the Director of Gender Justice and Healing at Native Movement. She unveiled the layers of significance embedded within MMIGS Day, shedding light on why this annual observance is crucial for igniting … Read More National Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples (MMIP) Awareness Day: Unveiling the Collective Story of Indigenous Voices and the Imperative for Awareness with Charlene Apok
In a world brimming with heroes and adventures, there are tales that spring from the deepest roots of culture, echoing the timeless wisdom of generations. The Chickaloonies comic series stands as a testament to Indigenous representation, drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of traditional Athabascan legends. Delving into the origins of Chickaloonies, the RIVR spoke … Read More From Grandma’s Tales to Comic Success: The Inspiring Journey of 80% Studios’ Chickaloonies