Our Mission
We inspire Native leadership so our communities flourish.
We strive to protect the rights of Native American tribes and individuals through leadership development, education, advocacy, and civic engagement to promote social, racial, gender, economic, and environmental justice to preserve our land, culture, and way of life for future generations.
Our programs provide a front seat to progress.
Educate
Our education program reaches high schools, colleges, tribal organizations, other non-profit organizations.
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Engage
Our civic engagement program emphasizes the need for everyone to fulfill their civic duty at all levels, from school boards to county and statewide positions.
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Lead
We use a culturally relevant community organizing model to train emerging leaders and engage our members.
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Advocate
We ensure the Native voice is part of public policy, from creation to implementation.
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Latest News
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Celebrating the Class of 2024: Western Native Voice Hosts Grad Bash
On May 3, Western Native Voice hosted a vibrant event to celebrate the achievements and future of the class of…read more
Round Table Discussion: Addressing Voting Barriers for Native Americans in Montana
Bridging the Gap in Civic Participation On April 27, 2024, Western Native Voice took a significant step forward in the…read more
Celebrating a Century: The 100th Anniversary of Native American Citizenship with Western Native Voice
A Century Later: Reflecting on Our Path to Recognition and Empowerment A Milestone in History This year, we celebrate the…read more
Discover Your Voting Power with Western Native Voice’s Ballot Builder
Introducing Ballot Builder: Your Guide to Empowered Voting We are thrilled to announce the launch of an innovative tool that…read more
Deep Roots: How Western Native Voice’s Field Team Engages with Native Communities
Western Native Voice’s field team plays a critical role in empowering and engaging Native communities. This dedicated group of individuals…read more
Five Reasons Why Natives Need to Show Up and Vote in the Montana Primary
Montana’s primary elections provide a platform for Native Americans to influence decisions and policies that affect our communities and lands….read more
“Empowerment begins with engagement; by championing the voices of Native communities, we pave the path towards a world where equality reigns, opportunities abound, and every individual thrives without barriers.”
“Supporting all our veterans and ensuring we have the services we need is important to me.”
Voting FAQs
Be in the know at the polls.
Who can vote?
- Felons CAN vote (unless current incarcerated)
- You CAN vote if you are in a pre-release center
- You MAY be able to vote if you are in a tribal jail
- You CAN vote with a tribal ID
- You CAN vote if you are homeless
- You CAN vote if you cannot read or write
- You CAN vote if you are serving in the military overseas
- You CAN vote if you are away for college
- You CAN vote if you are in a medical center
What are the requirements for voting in Montana?
- Be registered as required by law
- Be 18 years old or older on or before the next election
- Be a citizen of the United States
- Have lived in Montana for at least 30 days
How do I register?
You can register to vote in Montana by visiting the Secretary of State website.
Can I vote from home?
Any registered voter may vote by absentee ballot. However, you need to fill out an Application for Absentee Ballot.
- You can research candidates while filling out your ballot
- You have 25 days to return their ballot
- You can vote from the comfort of your home
How can I find out if I’m registered to vote?
You can use the ‘My Voter Page‘ on the Secretary of State’s website. Use this service to check:
- If you are registered to vote
- Your voter registration address
- Location and directions to your polling place*
- If you are on the list to have ballots mailed to you
- The status of your mailed ballot*
- A sample ballot*
Fill out a voter registration form if your name or address information has changed and has not yet been updated with the county election office.
Have another question for us? We’d love to hear from you
Happening today in Great Falls! Come on down and join Western Native Voice and our fabulous partners at our Spring Outreach Event.
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‼️ IMPORTANT REMINDER ‼️
🌟TODAY 🌟 marks the close for regular voter registration for the Montana Primary!
While registration remains open after May 6th, let's make sure our voices are heard early. The Native vote will shape the future of Montana in 2024!
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Let's Go Fort Peck! Help Western Native Voice get everyone registered to vote by attending this free training on voter registration. ***18 and over welcome to attend.***
Date: Wednesday, May 8th
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Sherman Motor Inn, Wolf Point
Dinner will be served!
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