Several education groups are opposing the proposed social studies standards in South Dakota, citing concerns over the lack of diversity and inclusivity in the curriculum. The proposed standards, which are currently being reviewed by the state Board of Education Standards, have faced criticism from organizations such as the South Dakota Education Association and the South Dakota Indian Education Association. They claim that the standards do not adequately address Native American history and culture, as well as issues such as racism and sexism. The education groups are calling for a more inclusive and comprehensive curriculum that accurately represents the diverse perspectives and experiences of South Dakota students.
TIME magazine has named Sean Sherman, award-winning chef and advocate for Indigenous foodways, to the 2023 TIME 100, its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Sean Sherman, chef, author, and advocate for Indigenous foodways, was named to the 2023 TIME 100, an annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Sherman founded the non-profit NĀTIFS — North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems. He also founded Owamni, a restaurant dedicated to decolonized cuisine. Both the restaurant and his cookbook, The Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Kitchen, have been recognized by the James Beard Foundation. Photo by Bill Phelps for Meal Magazine. Sherman, a member of the Oglala Lakota Sioux tribe, is a leader in the movement to revitalize Indigenous food systems.
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