Taliah Ramos

Part of the Northern Pomo Voices series.

Taliah Ramos

For Taliah Ramos, learning Northern Pomo meant overcoming the fear of how others might react. What once felt unfamiliar or even uncomfortable became a source of pride as she discovered deeper connections with her family, classmates, and community. Her journey reflects the confidence that comes from embracing a heritage worth preserving and sharing.

“It’s my family’s language. It’s our culture. And we have the right to like learn about our culture.”