Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The Akimel O’odham, or the River People, have been known to outsiders as "Pima" for centuries. Where did the name come from, and why is the community moving away from it today?

Thanks to cultural teacher and artist Jivik Siik of the Gila River Indian Community for sharing his perspective, and to our partners at @gilarivertv. Filmed at @HuhugamHeritageCenter.