Native American Powwow - Be Proud Of Yourself

Utah State Board of Education · December 2, 2025

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Public comment on Native regalia and cultural respect

Public Comment

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Unidentified public commenter (SEG 001) said her heritage is central to her identity and urged that Native regalia not be treated as a costume, noting that regalia includes eagle feathers and is meant to be a source of pride for Native students rather than something to mimic. She emphasized that regalia is not a costume and that only once a year people 'dress up to pretend to be somebody,' urging respect from non-Native students and staff.

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Unidentified public commenter told the Utah State Board of Education that Native regalia is cultural identity and not a costume.

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