Overcoming the Odds to Reach My Dreams: An Indigenous Artist's Story
Overcoming the Odds to Reach My Dreams: An Indigenous Artist's Story August 14, 2019 1. I am We'e'ena. Tikuna, a member of the Tikuna people of Brazil. My name means "the jaguar that swims to the other side in the river." My story is the story of an Indigenous woman who has overcome many obstacles. Superando as Chances Pequenas de Alcançar Meus Sonhos: A História de Uma Artista Indígena 14 de agosto de 2019 1. Eu sou We'e'ena. Tikuna, membro do povo Tikuna do Brasil. Meu nome significa "a onça que nada para a outra margem do rio". Minha história é a de uma mulher indígena que superou muitos obstáculos. 2. I was born in the Tikuna. Umariaçu Indigenous land in Amazonas, Alto Rio Solimões. I came from my village to the city at the age of twelve. I didn't speak Portuguese, Brazil's dominant language, but today I am a visual artist, Indigenous singer, public speaker, nutritionist, fashion designer, and activist. [...] 2. Nasci na Terra Indíg...