Resilience at the 100th Inter-Tribal Ceremonial in Gallup | In Focus

Photojournalist Benjamin Yazza captures a community coming together at the 100th Intertribal Ceremonial in Gallup. After a horrifying incident that left more than a dozen people injured, strength and resilience prevailed at the historic celebration of indigenous culture.
Correspondent: Benjamin Yazza
Guest(s):
Amber Shandiin Ballenger, Intertribal Ceremonial Queen (Diné)
Melissa Sanchez, executive director, Intertribal Ceremonial (Laguna Pueblo, Acoma Pueblo)
Colleen Persson, owner, Sno Den
Sharon Miller, contemporary potter (Acoma Pueblo)
Ashkia Trujillo, group leader (Ohkay Owingeh)
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100TH Gallup Intertribal Ceremonial
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[@oetsitty7903]

Aweho! Missing the ceremonies back home😢 stay strong my people

[@treykoyawena4443]

We can all heal and move on and continue our traditions because we’re a strong people

[@user-ss6cj6fu1w]

Please tell me about the Rehoboth McKinley hospital.

[@rosaleeschultz9029]

How terrible that happened. I hope no one was hurt. How wonderful that man was, a true warrior protecting his people. I hope this doesn't discourage everyone. I do love to watch the ceremonies and parade. In one I saw the Apache Crown Dancers which o just love to watch them. Many hugs and hearts to everyone. Be careful and stay safe. May God the Creater protect everyone of you. You are precious.

[@lorichavez3134]

My grandson dances in the parade
And almost got hit to

[@rubymckinley4909]

Oh my heck I love this.

[@lexlobo7866]

I am Yaqui , Sonora , Namakasia !

[@Yahdish]

I blame the City of Gallup and the Police Dept for failing to keep everyone safe. They have too many DWIs, Murders, and Street Racings in Gallup. Everyday the local radio stations announce donations for the deceased and there are 15-20 people per day. Gallup is not a safe town to be in.

[@ted__ryan]

No shit. So is everywhere else in America.

[@codygeewin5166]

ceremonial is not about the pageants!. it's about the cultural and traditional performers!.. sad Ceremonial is a circus now. !!.