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Hi Community,
Every year, in different corners of the Americas, Indigenous and Campesino communities carry forward the same struggle: to protect their land, their culture, and their right to belong. This September 10, we invite you to join us for an evening that honors and celebrates the resilience behind it.
Roots That Cross Borders is a gathering for anyone who believes that borders may divide territory, but they cannot divide people. It's built for Indigenous and Latin American communities, their allies, and anyone who wants to listen, learn, and stand in solidarity. Expect an evening of stories, food, music, and dialogue — rooted in the belief that our histories, though shaped by different mountains and rivers, share the same soil.
This gathering is held in loving memory of Brooklyn Rivera, an Indigenous Nicaraguan leader who spent his life defending the rights of his people. As a prominent voice for the Miskita community, he dedicated decades to advocating for Indigenous autonomy, land rights, and self-determination in the face of political repression. His health declined under the weight of the Sandinista regime's ongoing pressure on Indigenous leadership, and he passed away as a result. On September 10 we will gather not only to mourn him, but to carry his work forward. His memory lives, and his fight continues.
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