Meet Kristina (she/her) @prestpoutbeauty “I am Indigenous, Apache. I am a long distance outdoor street and trail skater. I have recently started park skating too. When the pandemic hit us in 2020 I (like many others) was mentally, emotionally and physically at an all time low. I started my roller skating journey to try to cope with so many negative emotions & to get my mind off of everything going on in my life & in the world. Roller skating truly has helped me find peace & grow in so many ways. I enjoy making friends in the roller skating community and have a roller skating tiktok account KRISTINASKATES88 .” Kristina is also promoting Running Strong, an organization “committed to building the capacity of local Native communities so they are well equipped to respond to the challenges they face. RS accomplishes through its dynamic programming: clean running water connections, organic community gardens and healthy food box programs, emergency utilities and home repair assistance, cultural and language revitalization, and investment in the future of Native youth through support of their education, mentorship and dreams” Check that out at indianyouth.org This month recognizes the importance of Native American tribe’s sovereignty, cultures, and communities across the country! Consider donating to, supporting, and following indigenous skaters every day, not just November. If there’s an indigenous skater you LOVE, shout them out in the comments!