2024

October 14th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry for Oregon Tech Diversity Center 

September 26th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry for Watershed Row Groundbreaking Ceremony 

June 16th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry for community fair 

June 12th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry at Central Oregon's Queer Gathering 

June 5th

Shuína participated as a panelist at annual Pride Conference to support efforts to uplift the 2sLGBTQ+ community 

May 26th

Shuína provided spoken word poetry for 21st annual Salmon Run involving several California and Oregon tribes 

May 22nd

Shuína partnered with Indigenous Therapeutic Guide for a Sound Bath Session 

May 18th

Shuína performed poetry from their book, "Warrior Roses" for the annual National Alliance on Mental Illness Event (NAMI) event in Klamath County (ewksiknii homelands)

May 8th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry for the Indigenous Peoples Art Collective 

May 3rd

Shuína shared the poem "No More Goodbyes" from their upcoming book, "No More Missing & Murdered Indigenous Relatives: Book of Poetry" during the National Day of Awareness for Murdered & Missing Indigenous People Gathering. Shuína provided this poem to the District Attorney, as requested, to have it displayed at the Klamath County Courthouse.

April 30th

Shuína was interviewed by Oregon Community Foundation to assist in the effort to increase support for Indigenous arts and cultures: to increase support for Indigenous arts and cultures through creating a sustainable approach that could result in a new program, new partnerships, or building new systems

April 5th

Shuína accepted the nomination to become Treasurer & Secretary for the Klamath Tribes ewksiknii Sacred Burial Sites Committee

Mar 28th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry for the Raise Your Voice series at Washington State University exploring the complexities and vibrancy of the Indigenous experience and 2sLGBTQ+ community 

Mar 13th

Shuína provided a workshop and performed spoken word poetry for Queer Indigenous Gathering participants at Southern Oregon University and shared spoken word poetry highlighting the vibrancy of their Indigenous cultural practices and beliefs 

Mar 9th

Shuína provided the keynote presentation for the "Queering as Community: Making Space in the Classroom" conference at University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada. The keynote content covered includes exploring "how homophobic, transphobic, colonial policies impact some of our most vulnerable (and undeniably beautiful) people by increasing the risk to their immediate safety and seemingly targeting their ongoing wellness. We will also cover the intricacies of the Two-Spirit identity and how to be a bridge for the vulnerable to safety."  

Mar 9th

Shuína performs an evening show of spoken word poetry at a local venue in Saskatoon, SK, Canada 

Feb 7th-13th

Shuína participated as a judge for Oregon's Poetry Out Loud,  "a contest open to all Oregon high school students... a free program that encourages young performers to dive into American poetry through memorization and competitive performance"  

Jan 26th

Shuína's poetry was highlighted at the "History and Poetry in Klamath" event at Klamath County Museum. This event invites people to "explore how poetry and history have intersected in our community, and learn what insight these poems can give as we look towards the past."

"The program, titled 'A Poet’s Perspective: History and Poetry in the Klamath Basin' is offered as part of the museum’s Free First Friday event... 'Many poets have lived in the Klamath Basin, and many poems have been written about the Klamath Basin,' said Katie Snow, registration technician for the museum and organizer of the program. 'This presentation will highlight some of the more historically significant poems of the area.' Examples of topics that have inspired local poets range from life in the Japanese segregation center at Tule Lake to the special brand of humor enjoyed by loggers.' Friday’s presentation will include a reading of excerpts from poems written by O.C. Applegate, Laura Chiloquin, Dorothea E. McAnulty, Winfield H. Cahill, Geffrey Davis, W.B. Shea, Charlie Hurst, Muin Otokichi Ozaki, Violet Kazue de Cristoforo, Lawson Fusao Inada, Ron Crete, Shuina Sko, Donald Zane Underwood and Teresa Rennick."

For more information contact the museum at (541) 882-1000 or click HERE!

2023

Nov 26th

Shuína performed at Spork, a “culinary magic” restaurant according to The New York Times

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry at the 3-hour event, "Honoring The Roots Of Connection: Poetry & Storytelling" in Bend Oregon's Westside to wrap up the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend. The content centered on Shuína's experience as an Indigenous Two-Spirit person while navigating colonized minds and land (addressing present-day acts of passive and direct harms toward Shuína and their community, along with cultural practices that are uplifting to all people). Several past and never before heard poems were shared moving the audience to tears and laughter. There was also meaningful connections being built during the Indigenous inspired meal served at the closing 

Nov 11th

Shuína performed at the Native Heritage Festival on Takelma land in Grants Pass Oregon 

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry at the Native Heritage Festival presented by Native Woman's Share nonprofit. This event celebrated Indigenous peoples, provided cultural education through Indigenous Allyship Training, and offered opportunities for deeper connection between the Indigenous and non-Indigenous community via performance art, venders, workshops, and an Indigenous meal  

Oct 21st

Shuína provided a 2-hour poetry workshop at the Grand Ronde Museum

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry and provided culturally focused training on aspects of storytelling, steps to increasing observational and internal mindfulness/awareness, and had participants engage in impromptu poetry writing. This workshop was for Field's Artist Fellowship and took place in the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Chachalu Museum and Cultural Center, which included a tour prior to the workshop 

Oct 11th

Shuína provided Key Note at Allstate's "Native & Pride" annual event 

(Virtual) Shuína performed spoken word poetry during their key note presentation at the annual Allstate Insurance event: "NATIVE & PRIDE Present: Two Spirit Event w/ Keynote Speaker & Poet Shuina Sko"

Sept 27th-29th

Shuína provided an "identity" workshop for the 2023 Tribal-State ICWA Conference 

(In Person) Shuína provided a workshop for conference participants (details below) and performed spoken word poetry for the conference opening on the final day.

Title: Cultural identity: Who are we really?

Summary: The relationship we have with self, our awareness of culture and involvement with it, and the sense of belonging we feel with those around us all significantly contribute to both the social issues within Indigenous communities and the prevention of them. In this workshop we explore some key components needed for building a strong, healthy and harmonious cultural identity. We also cover various cultural practices, the importance of them, and why our Indigenous children require more than exposure to powwows alone. Plus, expect to hear a spoken-word poem or two!

Sept 8th

Shuína is featured in the OregonHumanities.org article "Sacred Instructions" 

(Virtual) Shuína is featured in the Oregon Humanities article, "Sacred Instructions: A Two-Spirit Klamath tribal member connects with her voices and visions," written by Derek DeForest

Aug 19th

Shuína provided a workshop at the BIPOC Wellness Retreat in Silverton, OR 

(In Person) Shuína provided a cultural workshop highlighting the positive impact of embracing our cultural identity and using our voice at the BIPOC Wellness Retreat; a rejuvenating and empowering in-person self-care event for Oregonians in the PDS Workforce, held at the Oregon Garden Resort

July 30th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry as the Featured Poet at LIVE! on Elgin 

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry 

June 22th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry and participated as a panelist for the University of Iowa Pride Panel

(Virtual) Shuína performed spoken word poetry for the National American Indian & Alaska Native Childhood Trauma TSA, University of Iowa College of Public Health

June 15th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry and was a panelist at the ODHS Employee Resource Group "2023 PRIDE Conference: Pride Across The Ages"

(Virtual - Zoom) Shuína was a panelist and performed spoken word poetry at the Oregon Department of Human Services Employee Resource Group Pride Conference. The following topics were covered: Coming out and what that experience like; The societal climate when becoming a part of the LGBTQIA2s+ community and the impacts this had; Intergenerational queer friendships and their importance; How things changed/stayed the same for LGBTQIA2s+ people in our lifetime; What is unique to our generation of LGBTQIA2s+ folks and what is similar to other generations; Closing: What is one piece of advice you have for other queer folks in your generation?

June 7th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry for the closing of the Western Region Tribe/State Biannual ICWA gathering

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry for the Tribal and State of Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Western Region Tribe/State Biannual ICWA gathering, hosted by The Office of Tribal Affairs. The event was held at The Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Powwow Grounds (a federally recognized Tribe that includes over 30 Tribes and bands from western Oregon, northern California, and southwest Washington). 

May 19th

Shuína was the videographer for Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services New Building Grand Opening

(In Person) Shuína did the videography for Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services New Building Grand Opening and created a custom video for social media and website distribution. 

May 18th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry at the "Out in the Wild Festival" Two-Spirit and queer / LGBTQIA+ event

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry for the "Out in the Wild Festival" Two-Spirit and queer / LGBTQIA+ event held at Smith Rock State Park, Oregon. The poems performed are from Shuína's recently published book "Heart Poems for the Hopeless Romantic," an inclusive and sex-positive book of poems inspired by queer love, lust, and loss, as well as their book "Two-Spirit Journeying: Flowing In & Out of Love." Cultural teachings provided by Shuína included connection to, awareness of, and offering gratitude for our ancestors, Creation, and each other.   

May 5th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry at the Tribal Attendance Promising Practices (TAPP) symposium in Oregon

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry surrounding topics of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit (MMIWG2S), suicide prevention, education, and Indigenous identity. A special customized poem was created for the symposium participants then shared during the ending ceremony. The custom poem is available to Oregon Department of Education staff by contacting TAPP leadership. 

April 28th

Shuína performed impromptu spoken word poetry at the "Fatherhood Is Sacred®,  Motherhood Is Sacred® Training" 

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word from their books "Warrior Roses" and "Big Love-mo stinta", and their poem titled "Time's True Nature" during the closing of  "Fatherhood Is Sacred®,  Motherhood Is Sacred® Training" at Oregon Institute of Technology

March 29th

Shuína, an honoured guest speaker, gave cultural teachings and shared poetry from their book "She Is Matriarch" at the State of Oregon DHS flag raising ceremony

(In Person) Shuína was an honoured guest speaker at the flag ceremony held by the State of Oregon Department of Human Services in collaboration with The Klamath Tribes Tribal Council, Administration, and Social Services Department.  Shuína performed poetry, reading from "She Is Matriarch," and gave teachings on aspects of The Klamath Tribes history with the State and Federal government, as well as on cultural practices/traditions regarding the ceremony activities: opening ceremonial blessing, honour hand drum song, and smudging. The Klamath Tribes flag was raised and is flown alongside the State and U.S. flags in Klamath Falls Oregon, which is the first time in history that this has occurred in the State of Oregon.  

March 27th

Shuína created customized poetic affirmations for IllumiNative, a Native woman-led racial & social justice org, to empower Indigenous women for Women's History Month   

(In Person) Shuína created nine poetic affirmations for IllumiNative, "a Native woman-led racial & social justice org building power for Native people by amplifying Native voices, stories & issues," to empower Indigenous women for Women's History Month. These affirmations were added to IllumiNative Instagram and Facebook pages.

March 21st

Shuína read poetry for the Lane Literary Guild & Eugene Public Library “Windfall” Reading Series

(Virtual) Shuína read from their books "Warrior Roses" and "Big Love - mo stinta" for the Lane Literary Guild & Eugene Public Library “Windfall” online reading series.

March 14th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry at the Southern Oregon University Queer Indigenous Gathering event in Ashland Oregon

(In-Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry from their books Warrior Roses, Heart Poems For The Hopeless Romantic, and Two-Spirit Journeying at the Southern Oregon University (SOU) Queer Indigenous Gathering event in Ashland Oregon. This event was hosted by the Queer Indigenous Studies course in the Native American Studies (NAS) program.

March 13th

Shuína provided ICWA training for Oregon Wraparound, Portland State University

(Virtual - Zoom) Shuína provided ICWA training to Oregon Wraparound Portland State University (PSU) staff for their equity meeting. The training covered: How ICWA came to be, the importance of ICWA, why there are efforts being made to dismantle ICWA, and how PSU educators can be supportive of ICWA in their work training those who serve Indigenous communities.   

February 22nd

Shuína provided trauma-informed cultural sensitivity training at Morrison Child & Family Services in Portland Oregon 

(In-Person) Shuína provided training to Morrison Child & Family Services Parent Mentors and other staff in Portland, OR. The training covered: Rapport building through using culturally specific interactions that foster more meaningful connections; Providing trauma-informed care while being sensitive to culture; Understanding the origin of present social issues experienced by the Indigenous community. Throughout the training Shuína performed spoken word poetry, sharing poems from their books "Warrior Roses", "Big Love-mo stinta", "She is Matriarch", and upcoming book "No More Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives" (scheduled release date: May 5th).   

February 19th

Shuína published "Heart Poems for the Hopeless Romantic: Short Stories of Love, Lust, and Loss"

This is a shame-free, inclusive, and sex-positive book containing 28 short stories inspired by queer love, lust, and loss

January 29th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry during the "Queer Voices" event at Sacramento LGBT Community Center  

(In Person) Shuína shared poetry from their book "Big Love - mo stinta" in California's State Capital

January 11th

Shuína was a guest on “The Cheíí Show” and performed spoken word poetry from their books "SHE IS MATRIARCH" and "WARRIOR ROSES"

(Virtual - Facebook Live) Shuína was a guest on “The Cheíí Show” spotlight Season 3 Episode 11.

January 11th

Shuína was highlighted by Canvasback Books on their social media pages as being a featured author in their bookstore  

(Virtual) Canvasback Books highlighted Shuína on their Facebook and Instagram social media pages for being an author whose books they carry onsite. Books carried at Canvasback Books: She Is Matriarch, Two-Spirit Journeying, Big Love-mo stinta, and Warrior Roses.

2022

December 13th

Shuína gave an expert interview for Gemic regarding efforts around addressing harm and improving LGBTQIA+ experiences on social media... 

(Virtual) Shuína was invited to share their expertise through an interview with Gemic, a strategy and innovation consultancy, for a project focusing on "how to address the harm and improve LGBTQIA+ experiences on social media, in the US, with a focus on vulnerable and stressed communities and individuals." 

December 9th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry from their book "SHE IS MATRIARCH" at Urban Legends Poetry Collective in Ottawa Ontario

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry at Urban Legends Poetry Collective during the open mic at Origin Arts & Community Centre in Ottawa Ontario and featuring headlining poet Sydellia Ndiaye

December 7th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry at the Riverbed Reads event intended to "heighten LGBTQ2S+/queer artistic activity and broaden intersectional discourse in the Capital Region" in Canada

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry in downtown Ottawa during the open mic Riverbed Reads event, a special collaboration between Riverbed and Qu’ART. This event is purposed to "heighten LGBTQ2S+/queer artistic activity and broaden intersectional discourse in the Capital Region" and hosted literary performances from Elaina Martin and Rhiannon Ng Cheng Hin, and the musical stylings of Gretchen Phillips 

November 30th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry at the Riverbed Reading Series "S3: iteration three" event in the capital of Canada     

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word poetry during the open mic at the Riverbed Reading Series alongside Toronto's Rasiqra Revulva, Montreal's Cloud Circuit and Ottawa's Khaleefa "Apollo the Child" Hamdan, hosted at Club Saw Art Gallery in Ottawa Canada 

October 25th

Shuína presented at the 2022 Tribal-State ICWA Conference and provided teaching on their design created for the event, used as the event's logo/theme, "We are not the ripples, we are the drop"    

(Virtual - ZOOM) Shuína presented spoken word poetry and an overview of the custom design/logo they created for the 2022 Tribal-State ICWA Conference. Shuína gave teachings on the beauty of culture that ended on a highly inspirational note! The conference theme is from the quote found on the logo, “We are not the ripples, we are the drop” and per an excerpt from the logo description, it "speaks to the importance of​ each of us ​taking personal responsibility for our actions – or lack of action – and how we affect others now and for generations to come... Be curious about the beauty of tribal culture and supportive of that which supports the continuation of it." Conference hosted by State of Oregon Department of Human Services Tribal Affairs unit and provided to Tribal and State employees throughout Oregon. 

October 20th

Shuína provided training over "contemporary issues faced by tribal communities, understanding their origin, and exploring cultural practices rooted in healing"   

(In Person) Shuína is performed spoken word and covered "contemporary issues faced by tribal communities, understanding their origin, and exploring cultural practices rooted in healing," provided to Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Clackamas office

October 4th

Shuína was a honored guest at The Klamath Tribes "First Foods Roundtable" discussion 

(In Person) Shuína was a honored guest participant at The Klamath Tribes "First Foods Roundtable" community event at goos ogli gowa cultural center. This roundtable is a facilitated discussion on Klamath First Foods and the importance of future management and restoration. The Klamath Tribes, in partnership with Tahoma Peak Solutions and funding support from the Catena Foundation, initiated the First Foods Roundtable for the Klamath Basin. The primary goal is elevating the importance of, and encouraging the incorporation and protection of First Foods of the Klamath Basin and its tribes

September 24th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry at the "Suicide Prevention Town Hall" presented by You Matter to Klamath

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word for the closing of the Suicide Prevention Town Hall presented by You Matter to Klamath. Klamath County's Multi-Agency Suicide Prevention Coalition hosted a Town Hall event featuring an inspiring keynote presentation by Arnold Thomas, MSW, Chaplain, and Survivor. Following the keynote, attendees learned about community suicide prevention efforts, watched prevention videos created by local youth, and attended the Question and Answer Panel with behavioral health providers, Tribal representatives, and other community experts. Shuína closed the event with spoken word poetry and one original piece created specifically for this community event!

September 15th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry during "Slamlandia" at Portland Literary Arts

(In Person) Shuína performed spoken word for Slamlandia, a poetry open mic and slam that "provides a creative, fun, and welcoming space for all literary communities in Portland... [striving] towards a safer space for poets to read their own poetry, witness others, and participate in community." This event is hosted by poet Julia Gaskill at Literary Arts in Portland Oregon.

August 30th

Shuína published "SHE IS MATRIARCH: Poetry For The Indigenous Feminine Spirit"

A book of poetry intended to nurture the Indigenous feminine Spirit through five inspiring and affirming poems

August 27th

Shuína offered the opening prayer for the "Red Shall Dance" at Klamath Tribes 36th Annual Restoration Celebration 

(In Person) Shuína opened the "Red Shawl Dance" with a prayer to remember and honor loved ones who have transitioned from physical body into the Spirit world. The Red Shawl Dance, along with wearing the color red, also brings awareness to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) epidemic and efforts to bring justice and healing.   

August 27th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry at Canvasback Books during their book signing event 

(In Person) Poetry reading and book signing event at Canvasback Books on Main Street in Klamath Falls, OR

August 25th

Shuína performed spoken word poetry at "BIPOC READING SERIES"

(Virtual) A reading series intended to prioritize the safety, creativity, and stories of Black people, Indigenous people, and People of Color 

August 17th

Opening presenter for "Klamath County Symposium 2022: How human trafficking affects us all"

(In Person) hosted by Klamath County Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Coalition at Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) 

August 16th

Shuína is honored as the "ICWA Warrior" in the Oregon Indian Child Welfare Act (ORICWA) August Bulletin 

The ORICWA August Bulletin states the following:

"An ICWA Warrior is a Child Welfare staff member, Tribal partner and/or community partner who is a staunch advocate of ICWA/ORIWA and exemplifies the spirit of ICWA through their diligent work and practice. Congratulations to Shuína Skó – Kayce Womack & Geneia Maupin for being this month's ICWA Warriors... Kayce is selfless in her service to Tribes, ODHS and families. She gives so much of herself through her art, words and lived experience and has an amazing gift for opening hearts and minds to the purpose of the ICWA. Kayce's passion, advocacy and genuine dedication radiate off her. She is a true champion for Tribal children and families." 

August 14th

Poetry reading for "Remembrance Run" closing ceremony

(In Person) hosted by Yerington Paiute tribal member and cross-country runner Kutoven Stevens at Stewart Indian School (US Boarding School in Nevada) to honor his great-grandfather, Frank "Togo" Quinn, who had escaped Stewart Indian School several times running from the school south of Carson City to his home on a reservation near Yerington 

August 10th

Shuína provided a workshop for "Empowering Our Youth: 2022 Youth Summit" to encourage youth to embrace their cultural identity

(In Person) hosted by The Klamath Tribes Education & Employment Department at Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT)

August 9th

Video creation for 12 Tides Organic Kelp Snacks

(Video submitted virtually) Shuína collaborated with 12 Tides Organic Kelp Snacks regarding Ocean Conservation & water protection through an Indigenous perspective for International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples 2022!

August 1st

Poem creation for Indigenous Peoples Power Project (IP3)

(MP3 recording submitted virtually) for IP3 video project

July 23rd

Poetry reading for "Rally For The C'waam & Koptu"

(In Person) community awareness event regarding water conservation, land restoration, endangered ecosystems and our fish relatives the C'waam & Koptu

July 19th

Guest Expert for "2022 Future Thought Leader program"

(Virtual – Zoom) for "feminists + queers who want to make an impact"

July 16th

Poetry reading for "KLAMATH PRIDE 2022"

(In Person) sponsored by Citizens For Safe Schools and Murphy's Market

June 7th

Guest presenter for the annual PRIDE ERG conference themed "Intersectionality with Pride"

(Virtual – Zoom) hosted by ODHS PRIDE ERG and open to ODHS employees statewide. Shuína presented on the "Intricacies Of The Two-Spirit Experience Within Overlapping Cultures: Through story and spoken word poetry we will be exploring how Two-Spirit identity is unique to tribal culture, its overlap with the queer community, and its relationship to the dominant colonial society"

June 1st

Shuína published "Two-Spirit Journeying: Flowing In & Out Of Love"

This book of poetry is full of stories about self-reflection, love and heartbreak obtained during Shuína’s explorative journey of her Two-Spirit and queer identities.

May 27th

Opening presenter for "Restoration of the Spirit" annual theater performance

(In Person) hosted by Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services Youth and Family Guidance Center and open to the community at the Ross Ragland Theater

May 5th

Poetry reading for the "Missing & Murdered Indigenous Peoples (MMIP)" community event

(In Person) hosted by The Klamath Tribes Social Services Department and open to the community to honor the stories of those impacted directly and provide resources

May 1st

Shuína published "BIG LOVE - mo stinta: Poetry Honoring Indigenous Resiliency"

This book of poetry is focused on Indigenous resiliency and purposed to provide encouragement to the Indigenous community.

April 4th

Opening presenter for "NICWA 40th Annual Protecting Our Children Conference"

(Virtual – Zoom) for the "Breaking Barriers: Tribal Child Welfare and ODHS Child Welfare Collaboration" workshop. Conference hosted by the National Indian Child Welfare Association and open to registered attendees throughout the United States

April 1st

Shuína published "WARRIOR ROSES: Indigenous Stories Through Poetry"

This book of poetry is aimed to give voice to the Indigenous experience through stories involving historical trauma and present-day hurts, along with examples of incredible resiliency and strength. 

March 15th

Guest presenter for "Equity Hour"

(Virtual – Microsoft Teams) hosted by ODHS District 11 and open to ODHS D11 employees, covering topics related to local tribal customs, traditions, and values for the purpose of developing greater cultural competencies that will result in more effective services provided to the tribal community

March 5th

Featured in a news article about the Klamath language

Titled "Klamath language ties directly to Klamath culture" by Joe Siess, Herald and News

Jan - Feb

Indian Child Welfare Act Case Manager & Liaison between the Klamath Tribes & State of Oregon Department of Human Services

2021

December 17th

Poetry reading for The Klamath Tribes Administration All Staff Meeting

(In Person) hosted by The Klamath Tribes

December 6th

Guest speaker for the PRIDE Employee Resource Group (ERG) monthly training

(Virtual – Zoom) hosted by ODHS District 7 and open to ODHS D7 employees

November 30th

Presenter for Citizens Review Board Cultural Workshop

(Virtual – Zoom) hosted by The Klamath Tribes Children & Family Services program and open to the Klamath and Lake Counties Citizens Review Board (CRB)

November 9th

Presenter for the ODHS District 11 Child Welfare/The Klamath Tribes Social Services Retreat

(In Person) hosted by The Klamath Tribes Children & Family Services program

October 29th

Presenter for ICWA Tribal Court Cultural Workshop

(Virtual – Webex) hosted by The Klamath Tribes Children & Family Services program and open to the upcoming ICWA Tribal Court staff and stakeholders: Klamath County Judges, Attorneys, ODHS Employees, CASA, CRB, and other Court Staff

October 12th

Presenter for "2021 Tribal/State Indian Child Welfare Act Conference"

(Virtual – Zoom) hosted by The Office of Tribal Affairs and open to ODHS Child Welfare and the Child Welfare Department at all nine Federally Recognized Oregon Tribes

August 20th

Presenter for "Southern ICWA Quarterly"

(Virtual – Zoom) hosted by The Office of Tribal Affairs and open to ODHS District 6, 7, 8, 10, and 11 alongside the Coquille Indian Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians (CTCLUSI), Cow Creek, Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs (CTWS) and The Klamath Tribes

June 3th

Opening Presenter for the ORICWA Webinar “Placement Preferences”

(Virtual – Zoom) hosted by The Office of Tribal Affairs and open to ODHS Child Welfare and the Child Welfare Department at all nine Federally Recognized Oregon Tribes

Jan - May

Child Welfare Social Services Specialist for the State of Oregon