Still invisible and often an afterthought, Indigenous peoples are uniting to protect the world's water, lands and history -- while trying to heal from genocide and ongoing inequality. Tribal attorney and Couchiching First Nation citizen Tara Houska chronicles the history of attempts by government and industry to eradicate the legitimacy of Indigenous peoples' land and culture, including the months-long standoff at Standing Rock which rallied thousands around the world. "It's incredible what you can do when you stand together," Houska says. "Stand with us -- empathize, learn, grow, change the conversation."

Tara Houska: The Standing Rock resistance and our fight for Indigenous rights

The Standing Rock resistance and our fight for Indigenous rights

87% of references to Native Americans in textbooks are pre-1900s, masking the vibrant, modern presence of Indigenous peoples.

Indigenous resistance at Standing Rock was a beacon of unity against environmental and cultural threats, rallying global support.

Education on modern Native peoples and treaties is crucial for systemic change and honoring agreements with Indigenous nations.