R5 D14 educating my Rev. and reaching out to Native Americans

[LeilaniB]

My gift today was to reach out first my Rev. at my church about allyship working with local Indigenous People. 

I know I can't speak for them but I would be happy to contact them to learn more. But before taking any action or before making any suggestions about what I thought my church might do, I thought I'd check in with her to learn about our church's history with the Duwamish Tribe.

Living on land that was taken by force and genocide leaves me always feeling a need to at least recognize the Native people of all the places I visit and live - and always feeling the need to say thank you, acknowledge their and my ancestors, and regularly (not just once) give back to the Indigenous People's current efforts. And I would also say I always feel the need for the continued conversation and revisiting education/outreach regarding issues of Indigenous People and racism (and lots of other isms).

After emailing with her, I sent the Duwamish Tribe office an email to begin with that and then I might do some liaison work between them and my church. 

But also let her know about the Daybreak Star Center. I know that the Seattle Pow Wow was cancelled for example because of lack of funding. details herehttp://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrylarge/2018521152_jdl25.html

A few times a year there's an Art Mart that helps local Native American artists and fundraises for the United Nations of All Tribes Foundation Elder's Program.http://www.unitedindians.org/events003.html

She has planned an upcoming sermon on discovery so I sent her these links 
http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/ict_sbc/canada-and-the-un...
http://www.manataka.org/page1302.html
http://www.shannonthunderbird.com/frequently_asked_questions.htm

[Deb~ Community Manager]

Bless you for all you do. It always makes a difference in someone's day!

[Lois55 wwt]

You really go after your passions and make a huge difference every day!

[Michele wwt]

Wow, Leilani! This is so wonderful and far-reaching. Your gifts are touching many lives. Be blessed as you continue your journey. :)