When Christina Diego (Nimiipuu/ Diné) selects one pair of earrings from the 90 pairs she’s collected, she’s just choosing to wear something that complements her outfit. But she is aware her choice can also be interpreted as a statement. “I think earrings are definitely a way to decolonize the workplace, and [to] decolonize spaces when you’re outside in community,” she says.
Bill creates stronger collaboration between Tribes, urban Indian health organizations, and state Olympia, Wash.—A bill that will change the way healthcare funds are invested in tribal and urban Indian health organizations was signed by Governor Jay Inslee Tuesday, May 7. The Washington Indian Health Improvement Act (SB. 5415) will help the state of Washington, Tribes, … Continue reading Governor Inslee signs Washington Indian Health Improvement Act
