We’ll gather in community for Indigenous Peoples Day with tribes and other community organizations.
The theme of this year’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day is One People. This year’s event is about healing and unity. “Netse Mot,” or “One heart, one mind,” reflects our commitment to shared humanity and values of gratitude, generosity, and respect in a divided world. Let us reflect on our commitment to come together as a unified community to defeat political unrest, cultural differences, war, and climate change. Join us on Indigenous Peoples’ Day as one people.

The original intention of Indigenous Peoples’ Day was to acknowledge the contributions of the first caretakers of this land. This continues to be true and this year’s event furthers this goal by centering the leadership and knowledge Indigenous people bring forward to address today’s pressing issues. We hope you join in on listening and participating in the dialogue!

Come enjoy a delicious salmon dinner and hear from Indigenous Voices and Stories.

5:00pm - Salmon Dinner
6:00pm - Program

• Opening ceremony – Blackhawk Singers and Dancers

• Welcome – Lummi Nation School Student Leaders

• Keynote Speaker – Ta’Kaiya Blaney - actress, singer, speaker & environmental activist from the Tla A’min Nation in B.C.

• Discussion panel featuring Lummi Nation School Leaders

• Closing ceremony – Blackhawk Singers and Dancers

This event is free and open to all.

https://www.wwu.edu/indigenous-peoples-day-2024

Stay tuned for more details.
(Please note we are not the host of this event, just attendees & supporters of this community gathering)