The NATIVE Project

04/22/2026

04/22/2026

Mr. Marty will be unable to attend class tomorrow but Ms. Drea will be at the Dance Class at Montessori tomorrow in conjunction with The Native Project's Wellness Night!

04/21/2026

Hello Wellness participants,
A friendly reminder there is no Wellness tonight, April 21.

DIABETES EDUCATION CLASS IS AT THE NATIVE PROJECT, 1803 W MAXWELL (Community Center entry) from 6-8pm today.

We will have Community Wellness and Diabetes Education classes next Tuesday, April 28 at the Montessori School as scheduled.

04/21/2026

04/21/2026

NOTICE:
NATIVE Project CYS Parent/Guardian Education Support Group on April 29 has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

04/21/2026

Representatives of Indigenous Peoples are invited to participate in an informal consultation on enhancing Indigenous participation at the United Nations, taking place during the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in New York City.

We are proud to share that our CEO, Toni Lodge, and HR Director, Joe Dressler, are in attendance, representing our community and contributing to these important discussions.

On Thursday, April 23 from 3–6 p.m., an informal consultation will be held to exchange views on potential measures to further strengthen the participation of Indigenous Peoples within the United Nations system. This consultation is convened by Co-Facilitators and Indigenous Advisers appointed by the President of the General Assembly.

The session will take place in Conference Room 3 at United Nations Headquarters.

Representatives of Indigenous Peoples are invited to participate in an informal consultation on the enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples at the United Nations.

On Thursday, 23 April, from 3–6 p.m., an informal consultation will be held to exchange views on possible further measures to enhance the participation of Indigenous Peoples at the United Nations.

Indigenous Peoples have been invited to participate by the Co-Facilitators and Indigenous Advisers appointed by the President of the General Assembly.

📍 Conference Room 3, United Nations Headquarters

🔗 More information and the letter:
https://social.desa.un.org/issues/indigenous-peoples/participation-of-indigenous-peoples-at-the-un

04/21/2026

NATIVE Project team attending the Spokane Falls Community College Career Fair! Check out our job openings at nativeproject.org/careers

04/15/2026

Save the date!
Eastern Washington University

04/13/2026

Mark your calendars and see you tomorrow. Remember there are only two Wellness nights this month!

04/13/2026

Champions!! 🗣️

The Umatilla Women’s team are the defending champions. The Battle of the Nations tournament was held April 9-12 in Spokane, Washington.

Kendall Wallace of Umatilla was the Most Valuable Player.

From left to right: Shoni Schimmel, Mariah Watchman, Milan Schimmel, Rosebud Guthrie, Mary Stewart, Ella Stewart, Jude Schimmel, Sophie Bronson, Skylin Parrish, and Kendall Wallace

Photo by: Sammantha McCloud
KCUW-LP Pendleton The CUJ ndnsports.com

04/13/2026

Congratulations to the Comanche men's team who won the Battle of Nations basketball tournament in Spokane, Washington this weekend

04/13/2026

Every April, Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month bring the opportunity for a healthy pause and reflection of program activities across the Indian Health Service, Tribal, and urban Indian organization programs.

Read our latest blog for highlights that showcase Indian health system providers, their dedication to the field, and general facility updates with regards to forensic health care program growth and development: https://www.ihs.gov/newsroom/ihs-blog/april-2026-blogs/forensic-health-care-providers-working-diligently-to-lessen-the-impact-of-violent-crimes-across-indian-country-part-1/