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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 are rooted in community, responsibility, and participation.

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Our education program reaches high schools, colleges, tribal organizations, other non-profit organizations.

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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

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We use a culturally relevant community organizing model to train emerging leaders and engage our members.

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Advocate

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We ensure the Native voice is part of public policy, from creation to implementation.

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Upcoming Events

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Mar
15

Youth Leadership Conference 2026

8:00am
Billings Hotel and Convention Center
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Latest News

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Community Spotlight
  • Feb 2, 2026

Maria Hawkins: Snowboards, Ribbon Skirts, and Reconnection

This month we are excited to highlight and introduce Maria Hawkins. We came across her through a video on Instagram… read more

WNV News
  • Feb 2, 2026

Expanding Horizons: Voice to Vision

Turning what we imagine for our future into the courage to speak, lead, and protect what matters most. We all… read more

WNV News
  • Jan 29, 2026

Civic Engagement is Community Care

Showing up, staying rooted, and remembering our responsibility to the next seven generations. I came into the year thinking there… read more

WNV News
  • Jan 29, 2026

How I Stay Connected To My Community

A reflection on connection, culture, and the people who shape us. I grew up surrounded by community. Being connected to… read more

WNV News
  • Jan 29, 2026

Ronnie Jo Horse: A Day in the Life of a Grassroots Executive Director

A Grassroots Leader Balancing Community, Responsibility, and the Work of Building Native Power. People often imagine an Executive Director’s day… read more

WNV News
  • Dec 29, 2025

Between Our Elders And Our Youth

Between Our Elders And Our Youth A year-end reflection on responsibility, resilience, and Native involvement. As 2025 comes to a… read more

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“Our programs build on the values that guide Native communities—family, community, resiliency, and care for future generations—strengthening our people and their leadership for what comes next.”

Ronnie Jo Horse, Executive Director

“Supporting all our veterans and ensuring we have the services we need is important to me.”

Renata Lindo, Potawatomi

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.

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