Bridging Communities

• Building Trusting Relationships

• Collaborating/Communicating

• Coming Together as One

HPD has built powerful relationships and good will flowing into and through these relationships.

Inclusive Education and Healing

• Learning & Growing

• Learning & Reconciliation

HPD has promoted intercultural learning in profound ways, in some cases leading to a sense of healing from historical dehumanization and disrespect of the Dakota people.

Fostering Spiritual Connections through Creativity

The project‘s emphasis on art and creative activities fostered connection and healing.

Empowering Youth

HPD has empowered students by giving them a voice and fostering pride in their identity as students and Native individuals. Through increased interactions and collaboration with non-Native peers, students have developed confidence and assumed leadership roles, enhancing their cultural pride and sense of community.

Inspiring Individual and Organizational Impact Beyond HDP

Many of the learning and community-building experiences of HPD have blossomed into projects and activities beyond HDP.

Welcoming Opportunities while Embracing Change

Participants described challenges connecting with other communities in Red Wing, trying new things, sustaining the energy, and addressing negativity.