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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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.
Jodi Hunter
A lifetime of community activism. This month we visited with Jodi Hunter, an enrolled member of the The Confederated Salish…read more
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
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
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
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
“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.”
“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
Help us celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Montana with a FREE screening of Native Ball: Legacy of a Trailblazer
October 9 @ 7 pm, Petro Theater, MSU-B Campus.
Special Panel of Montana Super Star Athletes, Mike Chavez, Nakola Bad Bear, and Buddy Windy Boy.
Refreshments Served
Register for Free Here: tinyurl.com/5duuzt4c
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Native Ball - Legacy of a Trailblazer
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A news release from the Montana Office of Public Instruction says that Kicking Woman teaches Native American studies at the school in Browning.
Kicking Woman will go on to represent Montana in the National Teacher of the Year competition.
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Browning man chosen as Montana's Teacher Of The Year
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Kevin Kicking Woman, a teacher at Browning High School, has been chosen as Montana's Teacher Of The Year for 2024.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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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