Netflix has announced an upcoming documentary that will delve into the life and career of Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Daniel, a prominent Indigenous activist, runner, and advocate for Native rights.
Born in 1988 in Lower Brule, South Dakota, Daniel is a citizen of the Kul Wicasa Lakota nation. Her early life was deeply influenced by her cultural heritage and the challenges faced by Indigenous communities. At the age of nine, she moved to rural Maine, where her father accepted a teaching position at the University of Maine at Farmington. During this time, Daniel encountered racially related discrimination, experiences that profoundly shaped her identity and future advocacy work.
Daniel’s passion for running is a family legacy; both her mother and grandfather were well-known runners. Her grandfather introduced her to running, setting the foundation for her athletic pursuits. She graduated from the University of Maine in 2011 and subsequently held positions at the National Indian Health Board and the Administration for Native Americans. She also interned with U.S. Representative Chellie Pingree, gaining valuable experience in policy and advocacy.
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In 2019, Daniel gained national attention when she ran the Boston Marathon with a red handprint painted over her mouth, symbolizing the silenced voices of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW). This powerful statement brought widespread awareness to the MMIW crisis and highlighted the intersection of athletics and activism.
Beyond her running endeavors, Daniel is the founder of Rising Hearts, a grassroots organization dedicated to elevating Indigenous voices and fostering intersectional collaborations to address social, racial, and environmental injustices. Her initiatives, such as “Running with Purpose” and “Running on Native Land,” exemplify her commitment to integrating athleticism with advocacy.
The Netflix documentary aims to provide an intimate portrayal of Daniel’s journey, capturing her resilience, dedication, and the challenges she has faced in her relentless pursuit of justice for Indigenous communities. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal narratives, the film will shed light on her multifaceted roles as an athlete, advocate, and community leader.
As anticipation builds for the documentary’s release, audiences can expect a compelling narrative that not only celebrates Daniel’s achievements but also prompts critical conversations about Indigenous rights, representation, and the power of activism through sports.
