land acknowledgement

I acknowledge that the land on which my practice stands, now known as Waco, Texas, is the ancestral home of the Waco (Wi-iko) Indians, a tribe of the Wichita and Affiliated Tribes. The Waco Indians were an agrarian society that settled in this region in the 1700s, cultivating crops such as melons, pumpkins, lima beans, and corn.
 
I also recognize the presence of other Indigenous peoples who have stewarded this land, including the Tawakoni, Tonkawa, Comanche, Karankawa, and Lipan Apache tribes.
 
These Indigenous communities were dispossessed of and removed from their lands over centuries due to European colonization and American expansionism.
 
I honor their enduring connection to this land and acknowledge the profound impact of colonization and displacement on Indigenous communities. I hold deep respect for their resilience and their ongoing contributions to this region and beyond.
 
As part of my commitment to equity and community care, I aim to foster a deeper understanding of the histories and cultures of Indigenous peoples and support efforts toward justice and healing.

Wichita and Affiliated Tribes: The official website provides comprehensive information about their history, culture, and current initiatives. - https://wichitatribe.com/
 
Waco Indian Village: This resource offers insights into the history and lifestyle of the Waco (Wi-iko) Indians, a tribe of the Wichita that settled in Central Texas in the 1700s. - https://wacohistory.org/items/show/46

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