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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The Power of Community: Why Voter Registration and Civic Engagement Matter Between Presidential Election Years
MONTANA—While general elections often take center stage, the work of engaging Native communities in the political process is crucial year-round,…read more
Empowering Native Youth: Investing in the Future of Tribal Communities
MONTANA—Native American youth represent a powerful force shaping the future of Native communities. With Native youth being the fastest-growing demographic…read more
Looking Ahead: The 2025 Montana State Legislature and Native American Advocacy
MONTANA—As the state prepares for the 2025 legislative session, attention is turning to the key issues that will affect Native…read more
Western Native Voice: Empowering Native Communities Through Four Key Programs
BILLINGS, Mont.—Western Native Voice, a Montana-based nonprofit, has spent 2024 empowering Native communities through its four key programs: Civic Engagement,…read more
Western Native Voice Joins Native Organizations in Klamath for Grassroots Democracy Meeting
KLAMATH, Calif. — Native organizations from across the country, including Western Native Voice, gathered in Klamath, California, for the annual National…read more
Building Native Power: Western Native Voice and the Push for Increased Turnout in Indian Country
MONTANA—Native communities around Montana turned out in significant numbers for the 2024 election, driven by years of dedicated grassroots efforts…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
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Montana’s youngest deserve consistent healthcare for a healthy start in life. House Bill 185 will provide continuous eligibility for children under 6 in the Healthy Montana Kids Plan, ensuring no gaps in critical care.
📅 Hearing Date: Jan. 17, 2025 | 3:00 PM | Room 152, Helena Capitol
🤝 How to Participate: legmt.gov/participate
📣 Contact the Committee: committees.legmt.gov
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To accommodate the more than 1,000 bills Montana lawmakers consider during a legislative session, the House of Representatives and Senate break themselves into committees, small groups of legislators that focus on specific policy areas.
Check out this great article via Montana Free Press explaining the role of legislative committees.
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Explained: legislative committees
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Committees specialize in specific topics to review bills for the full House and Senate.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
House Bill 83, which would create a special fund for an MMIP task force, had its first hearing this week at the Montana Legislature. In Billings, red T-shirts, signs and other items were displayed at Senior High School in support of the legislation and the effort to find the 48 Indigenous people in Montana who are missing, including 16 children.
www.ktvq.com/neighborhood-news/indian-country/montanans-pushing-for-house-bill-83-to-expand-mmip-...
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Montanans pushing for House Bill 83 to expand MMIP task force funding
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On Monday, the Montana House Judiciary Committee met, where House Bill 83 was introduced. The bill would open a special revenue account, allowing for the MMIP task force to more external funding.0 CommentsComment on Facebook