WILMA P. MANKILLER - WOMAN OF POWER is a profile of the first female Chief of the Cherokee Nation. The video follows her through one day in her life, and shows how she has done ground-breaking work in governance, community development, and furthering the cause of her people. WILMA P. MANKILLER - WOMAN OF POWER effectively shows modern tribal life as well as raising questions about women and leadership. Wilma Mankiller provides a strong role model for women and Native Americans as she attempts to find the delicate balance of participating in existing white power structures whilst maintaining her own cultural integrity.