Opinion | N. KATHRYN BRIGHAM Chair, Board of Trustees In late April, the Northwest Native Economic Summit, co-hosted by the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians (ATNI) and our own Nixyáawii Community Financial Services (NCFS), brought tribal leaders together at Ilani…

Opinion | MATTHEW JOHNSON, Tribal Court Director The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) has a constitutional democratic government system with functions serving enrolled CTUIR members, as well as citizens of other Indian tribes and non-Indians who reside…

Opinion | N. KATHRYN BRIGHAM, CTUIR Chair Board of Trustees In April, it was great to see progress on several projects, some that have taken years to accomplish and others that are still in the works. What stood out most…

Opinion | Lisa Ganuelas, CTUIR Board of Trustees In 2005, the 59th Regular Session of the Washington State Legislature, Substitute House Bill (SHB) 1495 became law. SHB 1495 was an act relating to teaching Washington’s tribal history, culture and government…

Opinion | MONICA PARADISE, CTUIR Secretary of the Board of Trustees Greetings. I want to take this opportunity to highlight the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) committees, commissions and boards. There are currently seven advisory committees: Cultural…

Opinion | N. Kathryn Brigham, CTUIR Board of Trustees Chair When you drive onto the Umatilla Indian Reservation from Pendleton, there’s a welcome sign that states simply “Be Healthy.” It might sound obvious, but honestly, it’s a good reminder. By…

Opinion | Lindsey X. Watchman, General Council Chairman kíi híiwes qeqít’aal (it’s April)! This month’s General Council Chairman’s Corner focus is on civic engagement. Let’s take a few moments to ensure everyone knows the various ways in which you can…

Opinion | By Monica Paradise, CTUIR Board of Trustees Secretary Happy Spring to you all. I am happy to share updates from the Board of Trustees (BOT) secretary’s office. The BOT, its executive administrative team and I have worked diligently…

Opinion | By Monica Paradise, Board of Trustees Secretary I hope this message finds you all well, and your new year is starting off right. I am finding my footing as I navigate my new role as Board of Trustees…

Opinion | By Lindsey X. Watchman, chair of the CTUIR General Council ‘ee’ysni’n heetewit leeheyn oykalo (happy Valentine’s Day, everyone) from your General Council. Prayers this month for heightened compassion, care and love shown to one another in our small…