Research & Creative Projects
Community-centered work across research, storytelling, education, technology, advocacy, and communications—grounded in Indigenous knowledge and relational accountability.
Indigenous Food System Study
Advisor on a multi-year study revitalizing traditional foodways as pathways to health, sovereignty, and intergenerational resilience.
Data Sovereignty Policy Framework
Co-developing recommendations and implementation support for CARE Principles with tribal governments and research partners.
Spencer Museum of Art – Native Fashion Show
Lead Photographer shaping a visual narrative that elevates Indigenous designers and cultural storytelling across marketing and archival materials.
Visual Documentation Portfolio
Ethical photography & multimedia documenting Indigenous community life, ceremonies, and cultural practices with community consent & control.
The Relocation of Nokwsi (Short Film)
Writer/Director of a narrative film exploring the Indian Relocation Act—premiered in Chicago and used to spark dialogue on Indigenous resilience.
MMIWG2ST Case Documentation
Trauma-informed documentation and advocacy supporting families through ethical narrative preservation and culturally grounded care.
Creative Storytelling Workshops
Hands-on workshops teaching ethical digital storytelling while honoring cultural protocols and traditional narratives.
Hoop House Project
Coordinated a year-round growing structure with students; applied Indigenous agriculture knowledge & environmental stewardship.
Hydroponic Workshop
Interactive training connecting modern hydroponics to Indigenous food sovereignty practices.
Femme Fest – Indigenous Musicians
Organized national gathering at Tommaney Library, expanding platforms for Indigenous women musicians and cultural expression.
Mural Project – City of Lawrence
Photographic documentation of murals at ethnic food markets highlighting cultural identity and community visibility.
Encrypted Linux Server Infrastructure
Community-controlled infrastructure for encrypted file sharing and sensitive research storage supporting Indigenous data sovereignty.
Research Impact
Outcomes from community-centered research, creative practice, and communications
Join Our Research Community
Whether you're an Indigenous community seeking partnership, a researcher interested in ethical methodologies, or an organization committed to data sovereignty, let's work together.