Zitkala-Sa

Biography

Zitkala-Sa was a renowned writer, musician, and activist who tirelessly worked to preserve Native American culture while advocating for the rights of Indigenous peoples in the United States. Her autobiographical writings, essays, and collaborations with the Bureau of Indian Affairs highlighted both the richness of her Dakota heritage and the injustices faced by Native communities.

She co-founded the National Council of American Indians and played a vital role in securing citizenship and voting rights for Native Americans. Her legacy lives on as a voice of cultural resilience and civil advocacy, commemorated at Arlington National Cemetery.