"Reinternment of Ancestors and Ceremonies for the Living and Dead" Milanovich Pt. 2

Summary: 
Dr. Milanovich argues forcefully for the return of Ancestral remains housed in boxes and bags within the University of California, especially UC Berkeley.
Description: 

Dr. Sean Milanovich (Cahuilla) is a member of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. In 2021, he earned his Ph.D. in History at the University of California, Riverside. Most recently, he has been working in Cultural Resources at Joshua Tree National Park. In addition, Sean is an accomplished Bird Singer. Topics included 1) “Healing and Strength When Caring for the Dead” and 2) “Reinternment of Ancestors and Ceremonies for the Living and Dead.” Milanovich focused on the importance of individual, familial, and tribal healing that results from the proper care of the dead and the significance of wakes among his people. In addition, he argues forcefully for the return of Ancestral remains housed in boxes and bags within the University of California, especially UC Berkeley.

People: 
Sean Milanovich
Protocol: 
CTS Public Access
Community: 
Centering Tribal Stories
Category: 
Anti-Colonial Practices, Holistic Wellness, Social Justice, Teaching Resources, Indigenous Practices
Keywords: 
activism, ancestors, CalNAGPRA, oral history, spirituality, healing, NAGPRA, Native America, health, tribal communities, religious/ceremonial practices
Original Date: 
2021 December 31st
Creator: 
Daniel Archuleta, Cliff Trafzer
Contributor: 
Sean Milanovich
Language: 
English
Type: 
Video
Format: 
MP4