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What’s in the 2025 Reconciliation Bill—and why should Native communities pay attention?
This short video breaks down how the bill could impact critical services.
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June 5, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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Uncertain times = time to act.
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Voter Registration - Western Native Voice
Online Voter Registration Portal Is OPEN! The Online Voter Registration Portal is now open, making it easier than ever to get registered...read more
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May 16, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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May 14, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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Western Native Voice is still out here making real change across Montana! Read to find out what you can do to get involved!

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Western Native Voice Trainings Aim to Equip Native Communities With Tools for Leadership and Local Change - Western Native Voice
BILLINGS, Mont. — As Native communities across Montana continue to navigate complex political, educational, and economic challenges, Western Native Voice...read more
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May 14, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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The laws enact measures to improve financial accountability and elevate the role of tribal governments in Indian Education For All.

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New laws aim to strengthen Indigenous education and language revitalization efforts
Sponsor Sen. Jonathan Windy Boy says the legislation is “about accountability and transparency.”
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May 12, 2025 at 8:31 PM
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“A new beginning, and with this tree being planted, that’s what I hope to see – growth,” Tristen Belgarde of Western Native Voice said Thursday.

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Billings Parks and Rec holds annual Arbor Day ceremony
Parks and Recreation hosted its annual Arbor Day ceremony at South Park in Billings. Members of the community gathered to plant a new oak tree.
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May 5, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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Indigenous Peoples Day heads to the Governor's desk!

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After a decade of failed attempts, bill establishing Indigenous Peoples Day poised to become law
Senate Bill 224 now heads to Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte’s desk.
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April 10, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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On Wednesday afternoon, the Montana House voted 88-12 to advance Senate Bill 224, sponsored by Sen. Shane Morigeau, D-Missoula. It would establish Indigenous Peoples Day on the second Monday in October.

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Indigenous Peoples Day bill gets wide support in Montana House
A bill that would recognize “Indigenous Peoples Day” as a holiday in Montana could soon be on its way to the governor’s desk.
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April 10, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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For our March Community Spotlight, Western Native Voice vistied Carol Juneau, a pivotal figure at Western Native Voice and a staunch advocate for Native rights.

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Carol Juneau: Championing Native Education, Defending Voting Rights, and Building Generations of Leadership - Western Native Voice
This month, we had the opportunity to speak with Carol Juneau, a longtime advocate and one of the original board...read more
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April 7, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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'Perfect Timing': Salish-Blackfeet rapper tapped to record with national producer
Foreshadow, a fixture of Missoula hip-hop, made his new album through a new program to support emerging Indigenous artists.
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March 27, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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Thank you Danielle Gervais and FAST Blackfeet for all the work you do! A great reminder that real change is possible!

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March 19, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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Meet Melanie Sands Snyder (Chippewa-Cree tribe.) Melanie champions Native American professionals in leadership and healthcare.

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WNV Member Spotlight: Melanie Sands Snyder - Embracing Heritage and Advocacy in Leadership - Western Native Voice
At Western Native Voice, we take great pride in highlighting the remarkable individuals within our community who are championing change...read more
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February 28, 2025 at 9:02 PM