A Tribal Nation Created Enterprise With Traditional Food Ways
The Suquamish Indian Tribe of the Port Madison Indian Reservation provides an example of advancing self-determination and economic development while maintaining traditional practices by creating the Suquamish Seafood Enterprises (SSE).
Niweskok Collective Advances Food Sovereignty and Obtains Land
Niweskok (From the Stars to Seeds) nonprofit collaboration of Wabanaki farmers, health professionals, and educators working to revitalize food systems for tribes in northeast Maine. The collection are responsible to their communities.
How The Quinault Indian Nation Uses Their Traditions and Land to Increase Member Income
Quinault Indian Nation has had a deep connection to the ocean and ocean life for countless generations. Today, the nation and its members are using their natural resource and traditions for economic growth.
How The Yakama Nation Is Using Traditional Stewardship to Increase Jobs and Build Wealth
The people of the Yakama Nation has had a deep connection to the forest and their land for countless generations. The nation is utilizing their traditional ways to advance community economic development through conservation, selling timber, and educational advancement. The nation is creating jobs, advancing the nation’s economic capacity, and providing educational opportunities for their members.
Anpetu Wi Wind Farm
The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is developing a 235-megawatt, 60-turbine wind farm named Anpetu Wi (“morning light”) to provide clean energy, independence, and sustainability for their community. The development will be the single largest revenue source for Standing Rock, which they plan to reinvest into future projects and Standing Rock as a whole.
