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Secretary for Indian Affairs Kevin Washburn, who leads the BIA, also participated in the Tribal Nations Conference. “Each of the administration’s successes is progress for Tribes because Tribal self-determination and self-governance animate each of our programs,” he said. “Our programs cannot fully succeed unless Indian Tribal governments also succeed.” At the opening of the conference, Vice President Joe Biden spoke about violence against women in Indian Country. “The most horrific prison on earth …

lands as city, county and state police have to make arrests in their jurisdictions. "It mirrors state and municipal laws," said Shelby Rihala, an attorney with Jordan Ramis law firm. Law enforcement professionals from Tribes, county sheriff's departments, attorneys and others came together on Thursday, Sept. 18, at Spirit Mountain Casino to discuss "principles of successful multi-jurisdictional law enforcement in and out of Indian Country." Most states have not passed a similar law and Oregon's law …

they are doing." Vikki Bishop, Early Childhood Education Program Manager, said, "The focused, individualized attention is the most important. They get more, and it's always nice to have a new person involved in their life." She also mentioned the benefits of being read to "because a lot of parents don't have the time to do it. Hopefully, they walk away with the idea that reading is important." "The 4- and 5-year-old kids are much more interested in the book part," says Bishop, "and the younger kids …

recalled. “We had robberies, we had a fire and we had accidents. Anytime you do these responses, I think you think that you are prepared, but, realistically, you aren’t prepared until it really happens. When it really happens, you have to learn from it. “I think a lot of people have done a great job through our fire deal. You guys got out there, handled that forest fire. … That is not just timber to us; it was part of our Restoration. One of the most sovereign things we’ve got.” Leno said that he …

Leno and Henry Deitrich Peters Jr. “Most people probably won’t believe this but I was actually really quiet as a child,” he said. “In high school I was interested in swimming and band.” At 57, Deitz is a young Elder, but has had his share of life experiences and encourages young people to take the journey that best fits them. “Our life here is very short,” he said. “It is always important that you take the steps to stay true to yourself. Don’t be afraid to ask your Elders for something …

of Indian Affairs. “No opposition or concerns have been raised by other Tribes or affected interests,” Leno said. Michael Smith, deputy director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, testified during the Oct. 7 hearing, stating that the bureau supports the amendments to the Grand Ronde Reservation Act. “Taking land into trust is one of the most important functions that the department undertakes on behalf of Indian Tribes,” Smith said. “Homelands are essential to the health, safety and welfare of Tribal …

ate so that they don’t go away, and so the younger generations will know what foods are traditional,” says Betty Bly, Culture Committee chair. Faye Smith, Culture Committee member and Tribal Elder, holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Science and spent 18 years working for the Women, Infants and Children program with the Puyallup Tribe. She said that many diseases can be prevented by eating nutritional foods. “Nutrition is one of the most important things about life. It would be nice …

. It was the day that President Ronald Reagan signed House Resolution 3885 restoring the Tribe, which had been terminated 29 years earlier, to federal recognition. His signature on the bill officially ended a dark time. The Tribe is preparing to celebrate 35 years of Restoration and all of the accomplishments that have come with it. Tribal Council Secretary Jon A. George grew up in Grand Ronde during the 1960s and ’70s, when all the Tribe had left to its name was a 2.5-acre cemetery. Most people who …

Holtz stood near the front entryway and used a megaphone to give instructions. Most employees gathered at the old powwow grounds across the street from the Governance Center and huddled in small groups while sirens continued to sound. Tribal Council member Steve Bobb, a Vietnam-era Marine Corps veteran, has seen his share of violence in battle. He said exercises such as this are beneficial because they help give at least a small idea of what a real-life scenario would entail. “It is much better …

a mother cougar guarding her young as they frolic in a Northwest landscape to illustrate the 2018 theme “Play Happy.” The float won the Peg Roseboro Award for most artistic design and presentation. The “Play Happy” theme was inspired by the Portland Thorns winning the 2017 National Women’s Soccer League championship, as well as Portland resident Shalane Flanagan winning the 2017 New York City marathon. Tribal Council members Lisa Leno and Michael Langley attended. It was Leno’s first time …