As we navigate these challenging times with rapid changes, it is so important to find ways to stay grounded and to stay connected with community. In addition to things like yoga and meditation, creative practices are so important. Creative practices give us space to think differently, and help build resiliency. And creativity is essential to …
There has been a lot of action on behalf of Tribes and Tribal organizations to remind the Administration of the importance of Tribal sovereignty. Programs that support Tribal sovereignty and Tribal members are not part of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives. The United States has a government-to-government relationship with Tribal entities. It has Treaty and …
There has been a lot of news this week, announcing big changes. If you find it overwhelming, I hope you are taking breaks from the news coverage (and social media) to support your well-being and finding ways to connect with your community. It’s been cold and sunny in the Pacific Northwest, so I was able …
The U.S. Department of Interior has opened a comment period related to implementation of the Department of Interior’s Indigenous Knowledge Handbook. Comments are due January 8, 2025. The Department is holding three consultation sessions for Federally-recognized Tribes on December 9; Native Hawaii Community on December 10; and Alaska Native Corporations on December 13. The Department …
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It’s Thanksgiving week in the United States. And for nonprofits that means Giving Tuesday is around the corner! This year it falls on December 3, 2024. It’s a great opportunity to highlight your organization, everything you have accomplished in 2024 so far and get more donations to support your mission going forward into the new …
HR 9495 passed the House last week and moved to the Senate. It is unlikely to pass the Senate this term but it will likely come back for a vote in the next Congress. This bill would be destructive to non-profits, as it is deliberately vague and grants a lot of authority to the Treasury …
HR 9495 would give the Treasury Secretary the power to label nonprofit organizations as “terrorist-affiliated” without due process. This is a direct threat to the charities, advocacy groups, and nonprofits that fight for justice, equality, and environmental protection. There is wide discretion in what organizations would meet the criteria, and limited time to appeal a …
Since the election, I have been feeling a lot of uncertainty. And the best way I can support others and organizations, is by finding support for myself first. I have been running with GTD Go The Distance, attending SHE RECOVERS, trying out new yoga studios. On November 8, I attended the well-timed Attorney Well-Being Summit …
Thank you to everyone who made it out yesterday for “Connecting Community: A Gathering an Opportunity for CLE”. It was a great way to kick-off Native American Heritage Month. We had over 40 people in attendance, and had some great speakers. We were so busy connecting that we did not get good photos! Next time! …