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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 provide a front seat to progress.

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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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Oct
08

2023 Indigenous Celebration Gathering of Families

5:00am
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Oct
09

Western Native Voice Membership Drive in Polson, MT

4:00pm
Glacier Brewing Co
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Oct
10

Rocky Boy Legislative Community Tour (Agency)

3:00pm
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Latest News

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Community Spotlight
  • Sep 7, 2023

Neveah Killsnight

This month we visited with 18-year-old Neveah Killsnight, an enrolled member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe. Neveah is heading into her first year of college at the University of Montana, a celebrated violist, and the Summer 2023 Intern at Western Native Voice.

Community Spotlight
  • Jul 18, 2023

Jodi Hunter

A lifetime of community activism.   This month we visited with Jodi Hunter, an enrolled member of the The Confederated Salish…read more

Community Spotlight
  • May 23, 2023

Alyssa Toce-Blount

Learning how to be comfortable, being uncomfortable.  This month we visited with18 year-old Alyssa Toce-Blount, an enrolled member of the…read more

Community Spotlight
  • Jan 16, 2023

Brandon Fish

A Young Father Finds Purpose In Family, Culture and Community Action. Western Native Voice works year-round to inspire Native leadership…read more

Community Spotlight
  • Aug 30, 2022

Jessica Clampitt-Bickham

It’s a Deal! The Bumpy Ride to the #1 Radio Station in Montana Western Native Voice works year-round to inspire…read more

Community Spotlight
  • Dec 14, 2021

Harry Louis Beauchamp

Feeding the hungry with prayers, a lot of hope, and a community. Western Native Voice works year-round to inspire Native…read more

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“We envision a world where every person can live in a just and sustainable community and know that their voice is being heard at all levels of government.”

Ta’jin Perez, Deputy 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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Western Native Voice was up in Browning yesterday for one of our first community membership drives. Thanks to our membership committee leaders up in Browning for creating this amazing event.

Western Native Voice was up in Browning yesterday for one of our first community membership drives. Thanks to our membership committee leaders up in Browning for creating this amazing event. ... See MoreSee Less

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