She would use this as an opportunity to connect with her Native American heritage.
Met Jimmie Durham
After LaDuke went to hear one of his speeches during college, he made her realize how many struggles Native American's really go through. Which inspired her journey.
She Founded White Earth Land Recovery Project
Her reasoning to found this organization was in response to the destruction being done to the environment.
LaDuke gives birth to her first child
She gives tribute to her heritage by giving him a native name.
She followed through with this when she had her two other children in the future.
Co founded Honor the Earth
She co founded the organizations with the Indigo Girls Amy Ray and Emily Saliers.
This non-profit organization was created to acknowledge the struggles of the Indigenous community.
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Ran For Vice President for the Green Party
She was a vice presidential candidate along with Ralph Nader
Retired her Scientific Career
After years of hard work and commitment, Winona Laduke retired her career, but still strives to support Native Amercians.