This video is about the designation of Avi Kwa Ame as a National Monument. The speaker, Congresswoman Susie Lee, expresses her belief that this designation is important for Nevada and the country as a whole. She highlights the fact that this designation has been years in the making and will protect one of the world's largest stands of Joshua trees. She also emphasizes the importance of this designation for the spiritual, recreational, and ecological assets of the country.

The inclusion of Tribal Leader Tim Williams in this video would be a valuable addition. Williams could provide a Native American perspective on the importance of Avi Kwa Ame and the significance of its designation as a National Monument. He could also speak to the history and culture of the area, and the role that Avi Kwa Ame has played in the lives of Native Americans for generations.

Councilwoman Colleen Garcia's powerful words at the 25th anniversary of the Ward Valley standoff epitomize the Mojave people's enduring presence and unwavering commitment to their ancestral lands. She asserted that the Mojave people have been there "forever" and will continue to be there, emphasizing the deep-rooted connection between the tribe and the land. Furthermore, she hailed the designation of Avi Kwa Ame as a national monument as a resounding victory for the Mojave people, marking a pivotal step towards safeguarding their cultural heritage and ensuring the preservation of this sacred landscape for generations to come.

The young singers led by Johnny Ray Hemmers (center), who also is a council member of the Mojave Indian Tribe, sang a few songs in the KSUT Eddie Box Jr. Media Center’s performance studio. Pictured left to right: Ezekiel Hemmers, Meleke Hemmers, Johnny Hemmers, Michael Burns II and Luke Mills.

The Avi Kwa Ame bill is being pushed by Senator Titus. It would designate Avi Kwa Ame as Nevada’s newest National Monument. Vice Chairman Shan Lewis of the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe is working to get the bill passed.

The bill would protect the Avi Kwa Ame area, which is sacred to the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe. It would also create jobs and boost tourism in the area.

The Fort Mojave Indian Tribe fought a long and difficult legislative battle to protect their ancestral homelands from a proposed nuclear waste dump in Ward Valley, California. In 2000, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the tribe, blocking the project. This victory was a major victory for tribal sovereignty and environmental protection.

Avi Kwa Ame Mountain, a sacred place for the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe, has been designated as a national monument by President Biden. This designation protects the mountain and the surrounding area from development and ensures that it will be managed in a way that respects the tribe's cultural values. The co-management framework established by the designation is a testament to the importance of collaboration and cooperation between the United States government and Native American tribes.