"Convenant of the Salmon People"

This 2023 documentary of the Nez Perce Tribe’s ancient agreement with salmon follows their efforts to uphold this relationship as dams and climate change threaten the extinction of the species and cornerstone of culture. It explores the unique relationship between the Nimiipuu, salmon and the landscape from which both evolved, showing how the covenant with salmon is manifested in the tribe’s culture and history as well as in its current, multi-faceted work to advocate for salmon. The screening will be followed by Q&A with Nez Perce tribal members featured in the film.