2012 Native Learning Center Winter Symposium
Summary
“The Strength of Tribal Spirituality and Ecological Renewal” - Tuesday, January 24, 3:10pm - 4:30pm Instructor, Tomé Roubideaux, Co-founder of the Wicala Institute, LLC, and is a member of the Sicangu Lakota, Rosebud Sioux Tribe.“Drug Endangered Children: Identification and Reporting for Tribal Housing Officials” - Wednesday, January 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pm; 3:10pm - 4:30pm Instructors – Steve Juneau & Joely Heavy Runner work for Lamar Associates – Indian Country Training.This course is tailored for Tribal communities and housing officials to identify the signs and symptoms of drug endangered environments, substance abuse indicators when conducting home inspections, early intervention requirements, and reporting and collaboration with local law enforcement.Nurturing a spiritual transformation in ourselves and our communities is required to address the needs for political, social, and economic reconciliation.“Journey to Successful Fundraising” - Wednesday, January 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pmInstructor, Heather Miller, works for the Potlatch Fund and is a member of the Wyandotte Tribe.In this Native American specific training, attendees will learn about the world of philanthropy and how it can improve an organization’s chances of winning a foundation grant.Topics covered include: relationship building, clarifying the mission, the elevator speech, outlining a project, completing the application, and evaluation.“Drug Endangered Children: Identification and Reporting for Tribal Housing Officials” - Wednesday, January 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pm; 3:10pm - 4:30pmInstructors – Steve Juneau & Joely Heavy Runner work for Lamar Associates – Indian Country Training.