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Please contact Ms.Beshon Smith>> (202)266-5481 or email http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=Bsmith@urbanalliance.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 6 Date: Sat, 25 Mar 2006 17:13:08 -0800 (PST) From: Crystal Echo Hawk <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=cscpromo@pawneestar.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Native Hip Hop Group to Shoot Music Video at NARF > NATIVE AMERICAN RIGHTS FUND> > E-Action News> > > > FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR FURTHER> INFORMATION CONTACT:> > March 23, 2006> Rose Cuny 303.447.8760> > > > Native Hip-hop Group to Film Music Video at the > > Native American Rights Fund> > > > BOULDER, CO - Native hip-hop group, Culture Shock Camp, will be> performing a free concert in the NARF parking lot at 12:30 and> immediately following the concert they will be filming their new video> at the Native American Rights Fund at 1506 Broadway in Boulder on> Monday, March 27. Culture Shock Camp, comprised of Marcus "Quese IMC"> Frejo and Brian "DJ Shock B" Frejo, is an all-Native hip-hop group> originating out of Oklahoma City. Culture Shock's sound and vibe is> defined by it's unique and powerful blend of hip-hop and Native music> that promotes a message of wellness, unity and Native pride. Culture> Shock was named "one of the most celebrated hip-hop groups in the Native> American world" by The Source Magazine, one of the largest-selling> hip-hop magazines in the country. > > > > The name of the song they will be performing for the video is "Micco> Rebels From the Sun." It is a new single off Quese IMC's forthcoming> album "Loud Music" a Makvsee Music Production-Quese's independent label.> The song pays homage both to Indigenous warriors of the past - Sitting> Bull, Geronimo and all Native warriors and peoples who have struggled> over the last 500 plus years. The song talks of broken treaties,> struggles for land, mascots, and a variety of issues impacting> Indigenous peoples north and south. It also honors and encourages the> "modern day warriors" to continue fighting for Indigenous rights. The> song is very much a synopsis of the political history of Native> struggles. > > > > In the summer of 2005, Culture Shock Camp toured 20 cities with the> "Vans Warped Tour," and wrapped a national 24 city Culture Shock "Pound> 4 Pound" Tour this past fall. In summer 2006, they will launch another> tour of cities and Indian reservations nationwide to promote Quese IMC's> latest album "The Betty Lena Project" and to promote Culture Shock's> Native Hip Hop documentary "NativeSouls."> > > > Brian Frejo, "DJ Shock B", often referred to as one of "the founding> fathers" of Native Hip-Hop," has achieved huge success both in and> outside of Indian Country as one of the hottest and most sought after> DJs and music producers. Brian travels nationwide as a DJ and has rocked> crowds with headliner musical acts, including: 50 cent; Cee-Lo; Lil Jon;> the Visionaries; 2Mex; Emcee One; Jana; YinYang Twins; Mars Ill; Casper> L; Phife Dawg; Roli Rho; Yerba Buena; Z-Trip; Atmosphere; Eternia;> Non-Prophets; KnightShield; and various other artists in the past two> years. Brian is also a member of the Grammy-nominated Southern drum> group, Young Bird.> > > > Marcus Frejo's, "Quese IMC" first exposure to rap and hip hop came> through his older brother's interest and growing success in hip-hop.> Quese absorbed the influence of "old school" rappers such as Run DMC and> Public Enemy and his contemporary influences grew to include like-minded> rappers seeking out and challenging cultural boundaries, such as Mos> Def, De La Soul and Common. Quese's interests, talents as a composer and> producer, and his energy propelled him in performances with some top> names in hip-hop today and MC "battle" competitions across the country.> A few acts that Quese has opened for include: Snoop Dogg; Ludacris;> Tyrese; Cee-Lo; Bone; Thugs and Harmony; Grandmaster Flash; The> Pharcyde; Hieroglyphics; Visionaries; and Kumbia Kings. He recently> released his 5th album "The Betty Lena Project." > > > > First Americans in the Arts ( FAITA) recently announced nominees for its> 14th Annual Awards Ceremony set to take place March 25th, 2006 in> Beverly Hills. Quese IMC (Pawnee/Seminole) was nominated for> "Outstanding Musical Achievement" for his album, "The Betty Lena> Project." The nomination represents a first for the Oklahoma Native.> > > > For more information on Culture Shock contact Crystal Echo Hawk at> http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=cscpromo@pawneestar.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b cscpromo@pawneestar.com> or> 918-576-9680.> > > > ###> > The Native American Rights Fund is a nonprofit organization whose> mission is to assist Indian tribes, individuals and organizations with> legal advice and representation on issues of national significance to> Native Americans. NARF is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado with> offices in Anchorage, Alaska and Washington, D.C. To learn about NARF,> visit www.narf.org <http://www.narf.org/> . [This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 7 Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 11:09:34 -0600 From: "Howard Valandra" <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=hvalandra@indianlandtenure.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Opportunities from Indian Land Tenure FoundationPlease post, thank you. Howard D. Valandrawww.indianlandtenure.org"Treat the earth well: it was not given to you by your parents, it wasloaned to you by your children. We do not inherit the Earth from ourAncestors, we borrow it from our Children." [This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 8 Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 18:03:18 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: MidWest Social Forum Updates! Call for proposals Please distribute widely. MIDWEST SOCIAL FORUM 2006 JULY 6-9, 2006 Milwaukee, WI University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Student Unionhttp://www.mwsocialforum.org/ The Midwest Social Forum (formerly aka RadFest) is an annual gathering of grassroots organizations, community activists, working people, educators, students, artists, and others committed to social justice movement building. Each year, the Forum has grown in size and scope, and it is now poised to make its most significant leap forward. See below for updates on how you can get involved. CONTENTS: 1. Call for Participation and Proposals 2. Regional Info Meetings 3. Call for Artists 4. Help Publicize/Volunteer 5. Donate/Sponsor 1. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION & PROPOSALS =================================== The Midwest Social Forum Organizing Committee invites you to organize activities and submit proposals for Midwest Social Forum 2006. There is no hard deadline. However, to be assured of acceptance and advanced publicity, registration and proposal forms should be submitted by NO LATER THAN APRIL 15. Fill out an online form at http://www.mwsocialforum.org/get_involved/ 2. MWSF REGIONAL INFO MEETINGS ============================= A series of informational meetings about the Forum will be held this week, in Minneapolis on Thursday, March 23 and in Chicago and Madison on Saturday, March 25. The info sessions are designed to: 1) Provide details about the Forum 2) Learn from you what will make the Forum useful for you and your organization 3) Answer any questions you may have about how you and your organization can get involved in the Forum The info sessions will be held at the following times & locations: MINNEAPOLIS Thursday March 23rd @ 7pm Resource Center of the Americas, 3019 Minnehaha Ave., Room 55406 More info: Teresa Ortiz, 612-276-0788, ext.22, http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=tortiz@americas.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b CHICAGO Saturday March 25th @ 1pm At the offices of the Little Village Environmental Justice Organization, 2856 S. Millard Ave. More info: Kim Wasserman, 773-762-6991, http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=lvejo@sbcglobal.net&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b CHICAGO Saturday March 25th @ 4pm Trinity United Church of Christ, 400 W. 95th St., Room 203 (from the parking lot, enter the lobby, take the elevator to the second floor and turn right)773-962-5650 More info: Karen Bond, (847) 328-4849, http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=bond1865@lycos.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b MADISON Saturday March 25th @ 2pm Neighborhood House, 29 S. Mills St. More info: Kevin Walsh, 608-262-1420, http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=info@mwsocialforum.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b For maps and more info, check http://www.mwsocialforum.org/ get_involved/infosessions.htm We hope you will join us at one of the info sessions and learn how local organizations and individuals can get involved in the Forum and contribute to the growing movement for social change. To organize your own information session in another city or area, get in touch with us at http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=info@mwsocialforum.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b or 608.262.0854 or 608-262-1420. 3. CALL FOR ARTISTS ================= The Midwest Social Forum is also a space for showcasing the artistic movements that are the creative force of our diverse communities. The Forum's location--the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's Student Union building--offers ample opportunity for all kinds of artistic display: it contains a full size cinema theater, a major ballroom- type venue and other show spaces. There will be a concert each night, a continuous showing of films, and ongoing gallery spaces. There will also be opportunities for graffiti, theatre, poetry, open mic and soapboxing, and other spontaneities. All artists in Hip-Hop, Rock, Spoken Word, Folk, Dance, Cinema/Film, etc are encouraged to send in demos and press kits (cd/video) to: YO! The Movement Attn: MWSF 420 N 5th Street Ste 1040 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Questions, comments, and concerns will be fielded by Kevin Walsh at 608-262-1420 or http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=info@mwsocialforum.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b 4. HELP PUBLICIZE/VOLUNTEER ========================= Want to help publicize? We can send you posters, postcards, digital files, and other materials to help you get the word out about the Forum. Please put a banner on your website to promote the Forum. For instructions, go to http://www.mwsocialforum.org/get_involved/banners.htm If you live in Milwaukee, we also need particular help organizing housing, meals, child care, transportation and other logistics. Call 608.262.1420 or email http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=info@mwsocialforum.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b if you want to help. 5. DONATE/SPONSOR ================= The continued growth and success of the Midwest Social Forum depends on the financial contributions of many individuals and organizations committed to social justice movement building. Your contribution will not only make it possible to cover the costs of organizing the Forum, but will also provide scholarships to low-income participants. Please make a contribution of $25, $50, $100, $250, $500, $1000 or more, and help to make a better, more just world possible. You can contribute by using our secure web-connection or by sending a check or money order made out to: Havens Center, 8117 Social Science, 1180 Observatory Drive, Madison, WI 53706. To donate, or for details about sponsorship opportunities, see http:// www.mwsocialforum.org/donate/************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 9 Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 17:45:54 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Reviewers for Journal of American Indian Education Needed> Hello Colleagues: I am sending this on behalf of Dr. Denis Viri, > Editor of> the Journal of American Indian Education (JAIE). Thank you. Nicky > Bowman> The Journal of American Indian Education, based at the Center for > Indian> Education, Arizona State University is seeking to expand its existing > review> panel with well-qualified Native academics and practitioners. JAIE > has been> published continuously since 1961. David Beaulieu is the Editor.> Applications are welcome from fields specific to and related to > American> Indian/Alaska Native/First Nations/Native Hawaiian education. There > is no> compensation to serve as a reviewer. JAIE reviewers must be committed > to> devote time and energy required for completing thorough and timely > reviews.> The only rewards for your hard work and dedication will be the > knowledge> that you have contributed to research concerning American Indian, > Alaska> Native, First Nations and Native Hawaiian people that will be more > accurate> and meaningful. You will also receive a complimentary copy of each > issue of> the Journal, where you name will appear as a member of the review > panel.> JAIE receives an average of 30 manuscripts per year. Each reviewer can> expect to review 3-4 manuscripts in one year. Of course the number of> manuscripts per individual will vary depending upon the topic and the > type> of research presented. Three individuals review each manuscript, > which has> already been carefully screened before being sent out for formal > review.> The following statements communicate our primary expectations of review> panel members:>> 1. Reviews must have breadth and depth. Every aspect of the > manuscript must> be scrutinized in order to insure that we publish the highest quality> research on the field of American Indian/Alaska Native Education.>> 2 We expect reviews to be completed within four weeks from receipt of > the> manuscript. Prompt and careful reviews will assure timely and thorough> revisions well ahead of the publication schedule.>> Denis Viri, Associate Editor of JAIE, will be attending AERA and> specifically the Indigenous Peoples of the Americas SIG to speak with > and> receive short resumes from qualified reviewer candidates. He can also> schedule an appointment with interested potential reviewers at any time> during the conference to further explain the process. He can be > e-mailed at> http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=denis.viri@asu.edu&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b, or contacted by telephone at (480) 965-4681.>>>>>************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 10 Date: Mon, 20 Mar 2006 15:50:11 -0500 From: "Raquel Chapa" <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=raquelchapa@gmail.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: LOOKING FOR A OPEN MINDED VIDEO ARTISTLOOKING FOR A OPEN MINDED VIDEO ARTIST WILLING TO JOIN THIS JOURNEY OFHISTORY, MHYTOLOGY AND COLLECTIVE CREATIVITY WITH INTERST IN DANCE /VIDEO / MULTIMEDIA STAGE AND INTERACTIVE INSTALLATIONS…AND SOME KINDOF SYMPHATY FOR NATIVE ISSUES(Ideal for an internship: student or a team ready to graduate. Artists fees according with availability of equipment, commitment andmulti-tasks possibilities: camera, editing, and animator, etc. Project already registered in NYSCA for a Film& New Technologies Grantand expecting funding from some other sources as well)AMERINDIANS: the returnAn interdisciplinary creation seeks to re-examine AmerindianMythology, recover ancestral indigenous memories – rites,iconographies and symbolisms – using a contemporary language in aperspective of dialog and respect.An interdisciplinary project created by artistic director andchoreographer Cristina Cortés. A performance-exhibition event thatincludes 6 actors-dancers, 2 Sculptures-Mask-Costumes, amodular-Costume Totem and an interactive sound- video-installation.Runs in 5 movements/acts, the characters are a tribute and acontemporary re-creation of Indigenous Legends in America, in thescript order: Native North American, Taîno, Inca, Muisca-Chibcha andMayan-Aztec.AMERINDIANS is a journey between real historical events and legends,framed within the recreation of "characters" as mystical gods ofnature, mythical beings with a variety of supernatural powers andsymbols. Text is performed in original native languages on stage,generating an English and Spanish translations effect on screen, someactions or movements on stage generate interactive 3D animations,sounds and images on screen as well. The choreography performed byactors-dancers, giving life to the sculptures-mask-costumes and thecostume/totem.CRISTINA CORTESARTIST DIRECTOR917 405 0330http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=coopdanza@yahoo.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bCOOPDANZA: CRISTINA CORTES is a teacher, choreographer, and projectdeveloper from Colombia, has worked implementing montages where danceis always interacting with other forms of popular culture, Urbanculture issues like "man trapped in technology," "thenone-communication of communications" and using text on scores andgraffiti on stage. Is obsessed with making choreography play withobjects, projection and optical effects. From this idea, wants to getcloser to a visual art proposal, rather than a regular Performing ArtsShow. This will be her first experience with non urban thematic andwith dramaturgy consulters, where the montage process will shape anddefine while the creative workshop develops as well, wants toexperiment with mask-sculptures, restricting the free movement oftraditional choreography.Actually she feels a contradictory attraction at the same time betweendigital technology and the responsibility of becoming a "cosmicwarrior" of the Ancient Wisdom Cause.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 11 Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2006 10:01:30 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Funds for Community Improvementhttp://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=frameSet&url=apps.bridgetree.com/ funding/default.aspFunds for Community ImprovementLowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation The Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation is dedicated to improving the communities the company serves through support of K-12 public education, community improvement projects and home safety initiatives. The Foundation also provides Vocational Trade School Scholarships to eligible students through selected community colleges and technical schools, as well as grants to K-12 schools through the Outdoor Classroom Grant Program. Applications are accepted at any time (except for the scholarship program), and must be submitted online. Visit the website listed above for application instructions for the Foundation’s programs.************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 12 Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 15:14:21 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=nativeshare@yahoo.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: AFL-CIO’s Union Organizer Training ProgramThe AFL-CIO’s Union Organizer Training Program is forindividuals interested in a career working for socialjustice as a Union Organizer. This program isdesigned to identify and cultivate the skillsnecessary to be an effective labor organizer. Theseskills will be developed working on actual workerorganizing campaigns in Arizona and other locations. This Program is utilized by Arizona labor unions tohire new organizers for ongoing and upcomingcampaigns.RecruitmentThe Organizer Training Program recruits candidatesfrom all three major Arizona University’s (ASU, NAUand UA), local community colleges and from communityorganizations. The potential new union organizersmust submit a written application to be considered forthe program. The Two-Day TrainingSuccessful applicants will be invited to participatein a two-day training program. These trainingsintroduce the basics of one-on-one communication andunion organizing. Experienced Union organizersconduct the training, provide feedback to participantsand share with participants what it is like to be aunion organizer. Participants who are evaluated withthe potential to be effective union organizers will beinvited to be an “organizer apprentice”. Organizer ApprenticeshipThe next step in the organizer-training program is athree-month apprenticeship. The apprentices will work full time on an actual unionorganizing campaign where they will receive ongoingfield and classroom training, and mentoring fromexperienced lead organizers. Apprentices will receiveregular feedback and evaluation during this time. Aweekly stipend of $450.00 per week plus transportationexpenses will be provided. A Certificate will beawarded to each successful apprentice upon completionof the program. Entry Level Union OrganizerJob placement assistance and references will beprovided to those completing their apprenticeshipprogram. The Arizona AFL-CIO, in partnership withseveral organizing unions is hiring full timeentry-level organizers from the organizer-trainingprogram. Organizers will be assigned to one of theseveral campaigns being conducted by affiliates of theAZ AFL-CIO. Starting salary for entry-levelorganizers is $30,000 a year, with full benefits asprovided by the Union’s Collective BargainingAgreement. First Name: _____________________________ LastName: _____________________________Current Address:_________________________________________________________________City: _______________________________ State:_____________ Zip: ______________Home Phone: _________________________ Work Phone:______________________________E-Mail:__________________________________________________________________________ Questions:1. If applicable, please list the institution ofhigher education attended and degree received. IfCurrently enrolled, please list expected year ofgraduation and current field of study. 2. If applicable, please list what language(s) otherthan English you speak fluently. 3. How did you hear about the Program? 4. What types of community, political, or socialwelfare groups have you been involved in, and what wasthe level of involvement? 5. Please elaborate on any work or volunteerexperience in your background that you think appliesto this field of work. 6. Why do you want to be a Union Organizer?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 13 Date: Wed, 22 Mar 2006 18:51:38 -0800 (PST) From: Crystal Echo Hawk <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=pawneestar2004@yahoo.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Dj Shock B: Pa Nee http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=bfrejowst@yahoo.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b. Information on Culture Shock Camp's "NativeSouls" Hip Hop Documentary NativeSouls is journey through film of the growing and dynamic movement off Native hip hop. This journey is seen through the eyes of a true Native hip hop pioneer and one of the hottest hip hop groups in Indian Country-Culture Shock Camp. The documentary also exposes some of the most talented grassroots Native hip hop artists, bboys, dj's and graf writers from reservations and cities across the U.S.. NativeSouls will highlight the talent that Native America has yet to fully expose to mainstream America and the world within the context of the powerful cultural phenomena of hip hop today. NativeSouls as an independent Native documentary, is journey and ride with the first Native American hip hop group to come out of the Southern Plains making music and movements that will forever be remembered. The story comes from a Dj, promoter, and Cultural Activist Shock B and his partner and brother Quese IMc along with a circle of friends and a Native American hip hop movement that started with the questions of, "What's a Native hip hop artist?" "Hip hop? That's not Indian!" Filming for the documentary will be completed by the Summer of 2006, then followed by a national Culture Shock Camp & NativeSouls Screening Tour to reservations and cities throughout the U.S…For more information and updates visit: www.myspace.com/cultureshockcamp & www.cultureshockcamp.com Crystal Echo Hawk Tribal Planner Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma P.O. Box 470 Pawnee, OK 74058 Tel: 918.762.3621 Ext. 40 Cell: 918.225-9709[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 14 Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 10:46:49 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=nativeshare@yahoo.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: The Indian Land Tenure Foundation has released the following Request for Proposal'sThe Indian Land Tenure Foundation has released thefollowing Request for Proposal's Tribe-hosted Indian Land Tenure Informational Sessionsfor Local, State and Federal GovernmentsClosing Date: June 1Engagement with non-Indian political leaders isparticularly important given the fact that tribalsovereignty and the tribal land base are continuallythreatened by the decisions, activities, and interestsof non-tribal governments. College Internship ProgramClosing Date: Multiple, check website and RFPstipulationsThe educational development of Indian peopleinterested and wanting a career involved in landtenure issues is not taking place in sufficientnumbers in Indian Country. Strategic Land Planning for Tribal GovernmentsClosing Date: June 1The approach is to offer training to tribal leadershipand staff in their own communities so that they candevelop their own strategic land plan and takeownership of the work. Implementation of Land Tenure CurriculumClosing Date: June 1ILTF is now seeking Head Start centers, schools,colleges, and community education centers to implementthis curriculum. Indian Land Tenure Foundation151 East County Road B2Little Canada, MN 55117651/766-8999 office651/766-0012 faxhttp://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=announcements@indianlandtenure.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bwww.indianlandtenure.org The Indian Land Tenure Foundation is a nonprofitorganization that is community organized and communitydirected. The community includes Indian landowners,Indian people on and off reservations, Indian landorganizations, tribal communities, tribal governmentsand others connected to Indian land issues.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 15 Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2006 10:03:22 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Grants Focus on K-12 Educationhttp://www.braitmayerfoundation.org/Grants Focus on K-12 EducationBraitmayer Foundation The Braitmayer Foundation supports organizations and programs throughout the United States that enhance the education of K-12 children. Of particular interest are curricular and school reform initiatives, and the preparation of and professional development opportunities for teachers, particularly those that encourage people of high ability and diverse background to enter and remain in K-12 teaching. The Foundation welcomes requests for seed grants, challenge grants, or matching grants. The next application deadline is June 1, 2006. For more information visit the website listed above.************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 16 Date: Fri, 24 Mar 2006 11:21:27 -0800 From: "Ruthie Tabata" <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=rtabata@fullcircle.ca&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: INTERSPIRITUAL GATHERING TO BLESS THE SALMONFriends-You are invited to an "Interspiritual Gathering to Bless the Salmon"as they head out to sea.Please spread this email far and wide.If you need a copy of the email in poster format, please let meknow.See you on April 23rd!___sorry for any cross postings______________________________________ -- No virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.385 / Virus Database: 268.3.0/290 - Release Date: 23/03/2006 [This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 17 Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2006 10:02:04 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Awards for Cities’ Lead-Safe Strategies http://www.usmayors.org/cusp/Awards for Cities’ Lead-Safe StrategiesUnited States Conference of Mayors and DuPont: Lead-Safe…for Kids’ Sake Grant Cities United for Science Progress (CUSP), a partnership between The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) and DuPont, invites your city to “Think Big” and apply for the 2006 “Lead-Safe for Kids Sake” grant program. The “Lead-Safe…for Kids’ Sake” grant recognizes cities with the most outstanding lead-safe strategies implemented through programs, public policy, education, or joint efforts with local stakeholders. For the most outstanding lead-safe strategy, one city will receive the $175,000 Award of Excellence, and two cities $100,000 Awards of Distinction for lead-safe best practices. Of special interest are innovative and replicable lead-safe strategies and practices that will leverage the winning resources. Applicant cities must be members of The United States Conference of Mayors. The application deadline is April 21, 2006. Visit the website listed above for more information.************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 18 Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 20:21:04 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=nativeshare@yahoo.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Invitation to ILTF Native Agenda SurveyMorning Family, Friends and all around good people, The Indian Land Tenure Foundation is putting on asurvey to gage opinions and ideas as to where Indianpeople are at, and more importantly, where they wouldlike to go with land tenure issues in Indian Country. If you have already been invited to this survey, Iapologize for the repeat invitation. However, if youhave not been invited please take a few moments toread the following directions to participate:1. sign up with a valid email address by clickinghere: www.indianlandtenure.org/survey2. an email confirmation is sent to the addressprovided; a link in that email will take you to theregistration page (background questions)3. once you submit your background answers you will beAUTOMATICALLY routed into the main survey and a“Registration Complete” email will be sent to youremail address (if you choose not to finish the mainsurvey, use the link in the email to get back in)4. once you complete the main survey, you will bedirected to the ‘hub’ page where you can review yourresults along with how others answered5. a reminder email will be sent out to those you didnot take that weeks survey6. every Monday and new survey is released and aninvite is sent to your email for you to participate The time commitment is truly minimal – 5 minutes aweek. Drawings will take place for weekly prizes. Only individuals participating in all 16 weeks areeligible for the GRAND PRIZE drawing, an Apple iPodnano. Our hope is that you will participate in all 16weeks – but there is no long term commitment on yourpart. Also, if you miss a week, don’t give up as youwill be allowed to complete any prior survey. Again, your input is important as we seek tounderstand the community’s position on issues vital toIndian land. I appreciate your help in getting Indianpeople involved in the Native Agenda; please pass onthis email to your Indian friends and colleagues. Thank you for helping the Indian Land TenureFoundation. Chad A. PoitraIndian Land Tenure Foundation151 East County Road B2Little Canada, MN 55117651/766-8999 office651/766-0012 faxhttp://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=cpoitra@indianlandtenure.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bwww.indianlandtenure.org________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 19 Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2006 10:02:44 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Hunger Prevention Efforts FundedHunger Prevention Efforts Fundedhttp://www.mazon.org/MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger is a national, nonprofit agency that allocates donations from the Jewish community to nonprofit organizations providing food, help and hope to hungry people of all faiths and backgrounds. Grants are awarded principally in the United States, though support is also provided for vital hunger-relief efforts in Israel and impoverished countries around the world. Some MAZON grants provide assistance to food programs serving hungry people, but the largest grants support organizations whose efforts go beyond the immediate provision of food. These include organizations working for longer-term solutions to hunger, those working to improve the effectiveness of government food assistance programs, and those providing training to increase the self-reliance of low-income people. Letters of inquiry are due May 15 and November 15, annually. Visit the website listed above for detailed information on MAZON’s five funding categories.************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 20 Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2006 10:03:50 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: ATV Safety Programs Fundedhttp://www.atv-youth.org/grants.aspxATV Safety Programs Funded4-H and Community ATV Safety Program The 4-H and Community ATV Safety Program, administered by the National 4-H Council, provides grants to create or enhance local or state ATV safety projects which provide opportunities for young people and adults to take action on the issue of ATV safety. Youth are expected to lead in the design of the project, the application writing process, the implementation, and the evaluation of funded projects. Adults are expected to work with youth providing guidance and support. Grants are offered only to 4-H/Extension programs in the United States and its territories. However, community youth groups may contact their local Cooperative Extension office in order to become project collaborators. The application deadline is April 17, 2006. Visit the website listed above for more information.************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 21 Date: Tue, 21 Mar 2006 15:48:11 -0800 From: "Info" <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=info@fullcircle.ca&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: CALL FOR ARTISTS, Canadian Outback Inquiry - May 2007Dear All, This is a CALL FOR ARTISTS from CANADIAN OUTBACK ADVENTURES Please DO NOT REPLY to FULL CIRCLEPlease REPLY DIRECTLY TO HYPERLINK"mailto:http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=dave@canadianoutback.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b"http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=dave@canadianoutback.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b Please send Dave your availability in MAY 2007 (date to be determined, isflexible around your schedule), your FEES, and publicity/background infoabout you/ your group (photos, footage, etc) _____ From: Dave Braun [mailto:http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=dave@canadianoutback.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b] Sent: March 21, 2006 11:38 AMTo: http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=info@fullcircle.ca&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bSubject: Canadian Outback Inquiry - May 2007 Hello,We (Canadian Outback Adventures) are inquiry about the possibilty of a FirstNations Drumming perfomance for a corporate group in Squamish in May of2007.Please let me know if I have contacted the correct people (note: I left aphone message as well). Any contact information would be appreciated.Thank you for your time. Dave BraunOperations ManagerCanadian Outback AdventuresLive Stories Worth Telling.T. 604-921-7250 1-800-565-8735F. 604-924-9121W. www.canadianoutback.com --No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.385 / Virus Database: 268.2.6/286 - Release Date: 20/03/2006-- No virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.385 / Virus Database: 268.2.6/286 - Release Date: 20/03/2006 [This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 22 Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 20:13:24 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=nativeshare@yahoo.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Fulbright Scholar Program for US Faculty and ProfessionalsThe Fulbright Scholar Program is offering 55lecturing, research or combined lecturing/researchawards in public administration during the 2007-2008academic year. U.S. Fulbright Scholars in 150countries and all regions of the world enjoy anexperience of a lifetime, one that provides a broadcultural perspective on their academic disciplines andconnects them with colleagues at institutions aroundthe globe. Awards range from two months to an academic year. Faculty and professionals in public administration mayapply not only for awards specifically in their field,but also for one of the many “All Discipline” awardsopen to any field. Grants are awarded to faculty ofall academic ranks, including adjunct and emeritus. In most countries lecturing is in English, thoughawards in Latin America, Francophone Africa, and theMiddle East may require proficiency in anotherlanguage. The application deadline for Fulbright traditionallecturing and research grants worldwide is August 1,2006. U.S. citizenship is required. For othereligibility requirements, detailed award descriptions,and an application, visit our website at www.cies.org,or send a request for materials to http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=apprequest@cies.iie.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 23 Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 20:15:58 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=nativeshare@yahoo.com&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: UPDATE: TribalConnections.orgGreetings! Here is the latest update forTribalConnections.org, a projectof the Pacific Northwest Regional Medical Library,funded by the NationalLibrary of Medicine.Please see the current issue for an introduction tonew editor MaireadWidby, an article on a health care network servingmembers of the Hopi andNavajo tribes in Arizona, information on health carein rural Alaska, andmore, at:http://www.tribalconnections.org/index.htmlNational Network of Libraries of Medicine, PacificNorthwest RegionUniversity of Washington http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=nnlm@u.washington.edu&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bNN/LM PNR 800-338-7657Box 357155 206/543-8262Seattle, Washington 98195-7155 206/543-2469 (FAX)________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 24 Date: Wed, 22 Mar 2006 08:08:52 -0800 From: http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=NIEA@niea.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bSubject: NIEA Broadcast #06-20 DATE CORRECTION[This message is not in displayable format]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 25 Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 17:21:51 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>Subject: Fulbright Award Opportunities in Canada> Subject: $LIST Fulbright Award Opportunities in Canada>>> Opportunities for American scholars, graduate students and > professionals in Canada>>>> An overview of the Fulbright awards program in Canada is provided>> below, along with some information on the Canadian research community.>> Your ongoing support is greatly appreciated.>>>> US SCHOLARS>>>> We have established an extensive Fulbright Visiting Research Chairs>> Program in Canada, with awards normally valued at US$25,000 for one>> semester available in the following areas: business, trade and>> finance; education; environment, health and sustainability;>> governance, peace and security; identity, citizenship and>> globalization; law; native studies; and, North American studies.>> Visiting Research Chairs also benefit from on-campus support, up to>> US$1,000 in mobility funding, and participation in the Fall>> Orientation in Ottawa.>>>> The Chairs in North American Studies would be attractive to scholars>> of international trade, North American integration, environmental>> policy, international security, governance, public health, immigration>> policy, energy and natural resource management and border issues.>>>> Applications from American scholars will be accepted by the Council>> for International Exchange of Scholars (CIES) until August 1, 2006.>> Applications forms and further details are available from the CIES web>> site: http://www.cies.org/award_book/award2007/country/WesCanCA.htm>>>> Please note that candidates are considered for all appropriate awards>> in order to maximize the opportunities available to each applicant.>>>> US STUDENTS>>>> The competition of 2007/08 Fulbright Student Awards opens May 1st and>> I would like to take this opportunity to share with you some key>> features of the Canada-US Fulbright Program and why US students should>> consider Canada.>>>> US Fulbright students in Canada conduct research (towards their US>> graduate degree or independently), pursue graduate studies or>> undertake a combination of both activities at any of Canada's>> universities or research centres for a period of nine months. In>> addition to US$15,000, current American Fulbrighters in Canada>> participate in a Fall Orientation in Ottawa and have access to up to>> US1,000 in mobility funding.>>>> While the competition is field open, we especially encourage the>> following areas of study and/or research: Canada-US relations;>> comparative public policy; law; international trade; North American>> integration; communications; culture; ecology and the environment;>> indigenous issues; border and security issues; Canadian studies; and,>> American studies.>>>> Detailed information is available>> at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/program_country.html?id=20 and>> www.fulbright.ca. On-campus deadlines vary by institution, though>> applications are normally due in late August or early September 2006.>>>> WHY CANADA?>>>> While economically and technologicallty the nation has developed in>> parallel with the U.S., Canada offers many comparative differences in>> governance and social policy which offer rich material for>> researchers. A dynamic political, social and cultural milieu combined>> with a vibrant and welcoming research community promises American>> students and scholars an invaluable Fulbright experience.>>>> For the American student or scholar, Canada offers a tremendous range>> of choices, with world-class universities and advanced research>> networks located in both urban centres and small towns across the>> country. In addition to a stimulating research setting, Canada boasts>> a beautiful natural environment coupled with cities, large and small,>> noted for their cleanliness and safety and for their cultural>> activities and attractive lifestyle.>>>> Thank you for your continued support. Should you require further>> information, please do not hesitate to contact me.>>>> Sincerely,>> Amy>>>>>> ___>> Amy J. Harvey>> Senior Program Officer>> Foundation for Educational Exchange between>> Canada and the United States of America>> tel: 613 688-5511>> fax: 613 237-2029>> http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=ajharvey@fulbright.ca&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b>> www.fulbright.ca>>>> -- > Sharon Hasenjaeger> Program Coordinator> Institute for Nonprofit Management> Portland State University> Tel: (503) 725-8221> Fax: (503) 725-8045> Email: http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=INPM@pdx.edu&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b> Web: www.inpm.pdx.edu for information on courses, workshops, and other > INPM programs>>>>************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447http://us.f523.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=alyssa@ccp.org&YY=45287&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=bTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org