Ganienkeh is the independent land of the Mohawk people in upstate New York, whose sovereignty was re-established in 1974. Planned in collaboration with the Ganienkeh, this and a second program in November focus on indigenous activism and current challenges to survival. This includes discussions of the process of cultural solidarity and creating innovative media practices. This October 13 program will feature the following films and clips: MOHAWK NATION (Allan Siegel with Third World Newsreel and the Ganienkeh, 1978) YOU ARE ON INDIAN LAND (Michael Kanentakeron Mitchel, 1969) OHERO:KON - UNDER THE HUSK (Katsitsionni Fox, 2016) Speakers include member of Ganienkeh, scholars Professor Ulises Mejias (SUNY Oswego) and Dr. Curt Stager (Paul Smith's College), and filmmakers Katsitsionni Fox and Allan Siegel. Location/directions: Paul Smith's College, Pine Room, Student Center, Paul Smith, NY. See more here: www.paulsmiths.edu/visit/ A similar program will be held November 4th in NYC/Lenape land. This program has been organized by Professor Annie Rochon (Kanehsatake) of Paul Smith's College. This program has been made possible in part with an Action Grant from Humanities New York. Thanks to Jill Susice and Women Make Movies for their help.