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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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
Wildlife advocates criticized the lawsuit, arguing that bison, America’s national mammal, belong on the landscape and that Montana had adequate opportunity to weigh in on the park’s proposal. More than 27,000 people commented on the plan, which was celebrated by some conservationists and disdained by others for the compromises it incorporated. via Montana Free Press
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Montana sues Yellowstone National Park over bison management plan
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Federal and state agencies are at odds over management of the park’s bison.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The 2025 Montana State Legislative Session starts today!
Western Native Voice has a strong presence at the Montana State Legislature. Our priority is "[m]aking sure ... that Native communities and American Indians living off reservations are not harmed by any policies put in place."
Read more about our top priorities at this year's session:
www.publicnewsservice.org/2025-01-06/native-american-indigenous/native-health-care-voting-rights-...
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Native health care, voting rights top issues to watch during MT's 2025 legislative session
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Montana's 69th legislative session begins today and advocates for the state's Native population will be at the Capitol, tracking bills ranging from paid sick leave to Indian language and education. Tw...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
📣 Step into the New Year Together at Our Round Dance! 🎉
Join us for a night of community, culture, and celebration at the "Step Into the New Year Together Round Dance"!
✨ When: January 17, 2025
✨ Time: 6 PM – 8 PM
✨ Where: MSUB Glacier Room
🌟 Highlights:
🎤 Open Call for Singers
🏆 Contests:
**Beaded Auntie Earring Contest
**Ribbon Shirt & Ribbon Skirt Contest
**Best War Cry Contest
**Best Lulu Contest
🌍 Everyone Welcome! This is a FREE event, so bring your family and friends! Let’s honor our traditions and celebrate the season together.
Hosted by:
📚 Montana State University Billings Native American Achievement Center
🤝 Western Native Voice
🦬 Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council
🌄 Indigenous Education - Native Public Schools
🏹 Rocky Mountain College Native American Outreach
🌾 Billings Urban Indian Community
We can’t wait to see you there! 🪶✨
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