Every Step: A Healing Circle centers on the Healing Circle Run. In 1989, the Anishinaabe Solidarity Relay began as a response to the resounding racism and hatred directed towards Ojibwe people throughout the region at boat landings and other communal spaces. The animosity that spilled into communities, schools, and even churches created great hardship for Ojibwe communities and their harvesters. Today, the Healing Circle Run continues to connect Ojibwe communities across Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Through collective running, walking, and prayer, it provides healing and relief. The annual event also serves as a reminder to both participants and observers of the commitment, efforts, and resiliency of the tribal nations that have survived decades of trauma, violence, and abuse.
Why is leadership important to both individuals and communities?
Why was it important to reflect positivity during those was first runs and how did it impact both the runners and the communities they visited?
What is historic trauma and how is it addressed in this video?
Explain the ties between the mundane (running) and the spiritual (healing) as evidenced in this video.
Director and Producer Finn Ryan Producer Dylan Jennings Cinematographer Mike Palzkill Sound Recordist and Mix Craig Eley Editor Travis Whitty Score Sean Carey | Narrators Agnes “Punkin” Fleming Mic Isham Gary “Kemo” Kmiecik Giiwegiizhigookway Martin Jason Schlender | Special Thanks Neil Kmiecik Ernie St. Germaine Jenny Krueger-Bear Paula Maday |