Own Your Path
VIRTUAL EVENTS TO INSPIRE NATIVE YOUTH
ON THEIR OWN PATHS TO SUCCESS
Lindy Waters III Foundation Presents
Own Your Path Series:
Embrace Your Unique Journey to Success
The Own Your Path Series is a FREE virtual event designed for Native youth, and featuring conversations with inspiring Indigenous leaders and trailblazers. Their stories and advice are aimed at motivating Native youth to embrace their unique paths with confidence.
The Own Your Path Series is made possible in part by a Keep the Dream Alive Grant from Running Strong for American Indian Youth.
Our Own Your Path: Stories of Courage event featured Eric Hernandez in an unforgettable virtual conversation.
In this inspiring session, Eric shared how ancestral teachings and modern expression guide his mission to challenge stereotypes, connect with youth, and honor cultural identity. Eric's story—rooted in resilience, creativity, and tradition—encouraged Native youth to embrace their authenticity and chart their own paths to success.
The Lindy Waters III Foundation recently hosted Own Your Path: Breaking Barriers with Madison Hammond, the first Native American player in the NWSL. During this powerful virtual event, Madison shared her journey through professional sports, spoke about the importance of cultural identity, and offered insight into breaking barriers and uplifting others.
The full conversation is now available to watch on our YouTube channel!
Our first episode featured Tommy Orange, the bestselling author of There There. Tommy shared his inspiring journey as an Indigenous writer, and offered insights on overcoming challenges and finding success.