When we relaunched HuffPost Voices about a year ago, I felt exhilarated about a whole site dedicated to the experiences, struggles and joys of structurally marginalized people. And because many of us occupy more than one space, we wanted to emphasize intersectionality. Today, Voices is bursting at the seams with nuanced stories about everything from how anti-LGBTQ+ policies affect us to accurate racial representation on shows we love (or love to hate).

Voices is a place where you can connect with your most genuine self, where the cultural stories you consume come thoughtfully from people within the community. That should be the standard, and were hoping to set it.

Another intention that guides us at Voices is to give you important stories that dont exist anywhere else (I mean, other than TikTok). That was the impetus for launching our new Indigenous Voices section. Much of the journalism regarding what it means to be Indigenous today is all too reductive, relying on tropes or tragedy. And while you better believe we will address the historical and persisting attempts at erasure of Indigenous people, theres also a lot of joy an act of resistance in itself that the world needs to see.

Our stories will examine the complexities that tribal communities and those with Indigenous backgrounds experience today, while reflecting on what it means to survive and thrive in this cultural, geographical and inherently political identity. Weve been dropping some jewels along the way, and Im thrilled to announce the (ethically sourced) diamond in our crown: a stunning photo essay, coming next week, exploring the impact of Reservation Dogs, the first ever Indigenous-led series to grace our screens. The show, centering the experiences of four Native teens in Muscogee Nation, is both sharp and illuminating, full of the authenticity that only an all-Indigenous cast and writers room can bring.

Our essay, featuring photos by Jonathan Blaustein and words by Indigenous writer Chyana Marie Sage, reveals tender, behind-the-scenes moments and draws on exclusive interviews from two of the leading actors, Devery Jacobs and DPharoah Woon-A-Tai. Remember their names; theyre well on their way to becoming huge stars.

Sage, who is writing a memoir about growing up Cree in Canada, calls the show a win for everyone in the diaspora. Speaking with Devery and DPharoah, and listening to their perspectives and stories we had so many similarities, she tells me. There are so many common threads among us Indigenous people, no matter what nation we are from. We just understand each others struggles, joys, and the passion for representation.

And thats the whole point of Voices as a unique online space: Here, we as people of color and queer people can feel seen, rather than gazed upon. Its your favorite group chat brought to life, with people you trust engaging in discussions that matter to you right now. On Indigenous Voices, youll hear from Native organizers, artists, chefs, actors and researchers of all ages and gender expressions.

In the stories that well publish in the coming weeks and beyond, well lean into what the future holds in these communities, and look at the evolving concept of sovereignty through the eyes of young activists. To stay updated, check out our Indigenous Voices home and follow us on Instagram and Twitter .

Above all, the stories youll find in Indigenous Voices upend the concept of assimilation. This rich culture is an absolute flex, and well remind you of that every single day. As Sage aptly put it to me: Amidst all the adversity that has been stacked against us, we are still here, and we are vibrant and thriving.