The plight of the southern resident orca whales drew national attention this July, when an orca calf died within a few hours of birth and was carried by its mother, Tahlequah, for weeks after. Sadly, southern resident orca pregnancies from 2008-2014 failed at a rate of nearly 70%. One reason is the severe decline in … Continue reading Southern Resident Orca Recovery Task Force
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Sacred Circle Gallery Gift Shop Opening at Sea-Tac
United Indians of All Tribes Foundation is excited to announce the opening of our Sacred Circle Gallery Gift Shop at Sea-Tac Airport! The store will open at the end of November, and we will be celebrating Native American Heritage Month with the Port of Seattle to recognize the significant contributions the first Americans made to the … Continue reading Sacred Circle Gallery Gift Shop Opening at Sea-Tac
Native Women Running for Office in Unprecedented Numbers
During the 2018 mid-term election cycle, more women than ever are seeking offices ranging from city council to the United States Senate, with a record number of over 40 female Native candidates running. Before the votes are counted on November 6, let’s take a look at these historic races: Peggy Flanagan Peggy Flanagan (Ojibwe), a … Continue reading Native Women Running for Office in Unprecedented Numbers
United Indians is Hiring
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History of Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Seattle
In 2014 the Seattle City Council voted unanimously to change the second Monday in October to Indigenous Peoples’ Day. As Councilmember Kshama Sawant told the Seattle Times, “Learning about the history of Columbus and transforming this day into a celebration of Indigenous people and a celebration of social justice ... allows us to make a … Continue reading History of Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Seattle
Native American Summer Art Mart
New Art Mart scheduled for June 2nd and 3rd Native American Art Market Featuring Certified Native American Arts, Crafts and Specialties. Native American Art Market featuring local makers. - Beadwork -Weaving - Jewelry - Prints - Carvings - Blankets - Sundries - Streetwear Live Performances at 1:00 pm each day FOOD: Sandwiches, Salmon Lunch, Indian … Continue reading Native American Summer Art Mart
Please take a community survey for us!
We have TWO community survey we would like you to partake in: Housing Needs Survey Please take the time to take this housing needs assessment survey (link below) for our community. Make sure to mark that you were referred to by UIATF. http://107.170.210.147/index.php/172456 Digital Divide Survey Please take the time to fill out the digital … Continue reading Please take a community survey for us!
2018 Gala – Native Life in the City: Walking in Two Worlds
Native Life In The City 2018: Walking In Two Worlds United Indians of All Tribes Foundation Gala and Silent Auction! Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, Discovery Park 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way, Seattle WA 98199 5 - 8 pm Saturday, April 21, 2018 Join us for a festive fundraising dinner, awards ceremony, dance and music performances, … Continue reading 2018 Gala – Native Life in the City: Walking in Two Worlds
United Indians Hires Mike Tulee as Executive Director
From the Executive Director’s Desk Friends, I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself as the new Executive Director of the United Indians of All Tribes Foundation. I am very honored, humble, excited and ready to face UIATF challenges, big and small. For many years, I observed UIATF founder and Executive Director Bernie Whitebear … Continue reading United Indians Hires Mike Tulee as Executive Director