Civil Dialogue Series - "The People's History: An O'Otham Perspective" 

Shannon Rivers is a respected advocate, humanitarian, and proud member of the Gila River Indian Community. His lectures of Akimel O’Otham perspectives includes a detailed historical journey of the “River People”, the unique sovereign status as tribal nations, and the current endeavors of sustainability. As close neighbors to the Akimel O’Otham, this discussion will provide Scottsdale citizens a glimpse into livelihood and culture of the Gila River and Salt River Indian communities.