The Bears Ears National Monument, known in Diné bizaad as Shash Jaa’, holds profound significance for the Navajo people, serving as a living testament to our rich heritage and deep ties to the Bears Ears region.
Protecting the Bears Ears National Monument (BENM) is not just an environmental issue; for the Ute people this landscape is a vital aspect of our cultural, historical, and spiritual identity.
The Ute Indian Tribe, along with four other sovereign tribal nations, fought for the creation of the Bears Ears National Monument to protect and maintain our ancestral lands.
