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🌅This morning at Forest Dale Cemetery in Malden, a small group of us came together to place flags on veterans’ graves.

🇺🇸 Every flag carries a story of courage and sacrifice — from Revolutionary soldiers to today.

🕊️Freedom has always come at a cost, paid by someone’s son, daughter, parent, or neighbor.

Let’s continue to honor their legacy.🇺🇸

#Veterans #NeverForget
#CommunityService #MaldenMA
#RevolutionaryWar #Heroes #Boston #America #Freedom #Volunteer #Photography #WWI #WWII #Military

🌅This morning at Forest Dale Cemetery in Malden, a small group of us came together to place flags on veterans’ graves.

🇺🇸 Every flag carries a story of courage and sacrifice — from Revolutionary soldiers to today.

🕊️Freedom has always come at a cost, paid by someone’s son, daughter, parent, or neighbor.

Let’s continue to honor their legacy.🇺🇸

#Veterans #NeverForget
#CommunityService #MaldenMA
#RevolutionaryWar #Heroes #Boston #America #Freedom #Volunteer #Photography #WWI #WWII #Military

🌅This morning at Forest Dale Cemetery in Malden, a small group of us came together to place flags on veterans’ graves.

🇺🇸 Every flag carries a story of courage and sacrifice — from Revolutionary soldiers to today.

🕊️Freedom has always come at a cost, paid by someone’s son, daughter, parent, or neighbor.

Let’s continue to honor their legacy.🇺🇸

#Veterans #NeverForget
#CommunityService #MaldenMA
#RevolutionaryWar #Heroes #Boston #America #Freedom #Volunteer #Photography #WWI #WWII #Military

🌅This morning at Forest Dale Cemetery in Malden, a small group of us came together to place flags on veterans’ graves.

🇺🇸 Every flag carries a story of courage and sacrifice — from Revolutionary soldiers to today.

🕊️Freedom has always come at a cost, paid by someone’s son, daughter, parent, or neighbor.

Let’s continue to honor their legacy.🇺🇸

#Veterans #NeverForget
#CommunityService #MaldenMA
#RevolutionaryWar #Heroes #Boston #America #Freedom #Volunteer #Photography #WWI #WWII #Military

🌅This morning at Forest Dale Cemetery in Malden, a small group of us came together to place flags on veterans’ graves.

🇺🇸 Every flag carries a story of courage and sacrifice — from Revolutionary soldiers to today.

🕊️Freedom has always come at a cost, paid by someone’s son, daughter, parent, or neighbor.

Let’s continue to honor their legacy.🇺🇸

#Veterans #NeverForget
#CommunityService #MaldenMA
#RevolutionaryWar #Heroes #Boston #America #Freedom #Volunteer #Photography #WWI #WWII #Military

Prince William Living Influential Women Awards Nominee: Kristen West

By Rebecca Barnes, Publisher, Prince William Living Kristen We…
#RoyalFamilies #Royal #Royals #Europe #Europa #EU #BritishRoyalFamily #catherine #CatherineMiddleton #communityservice #ExecutiveLeadership #InfluentialWomenNominee #katemiddleton #Manassas #princeofwales #princewilliam #PrinceWilliamLivingInfluentialWomenAwards #princessofwales #RoyalFamily #va+ #VolunteerprinceWilliam #William
https://www.europesays.com/2983373/

https://www.europesays.com/uk/953978/ Prince William Living Influential Women Awards Nominee: Kristen West #BritishRoyalFamily #Catherine #CatherineMiddleton #CommunityService #ExecutiveLeadership #InfluentialWomenNominee #KateMiddleton #Manassas #PrinceOfWales #PrinceWilliam #PrinceWilliamLivingInfluentialWomenAwards #PrincessOfWales #RoyalFamilies #RoyalFamily #UKRoyalFamily #V&A #VolunteerPrinceWilliam #William

https://www.europesays.com/africa/223067/ Knysna social worker dies after tree crashes onto vehicle #atlantis #CommunityService #DepartmentOfSocialDevelopment #DsdKnysna #fredericks'son #fredricks #GardenRoute #iol #JacoLondt #KellyMartin #Knysna #KnysnaNews #LaurenFredericks #martin #miguel #SocialWorkerSafety #SouthAfrica #SouthAfricaWeatherEvents #WeatherRelatedFatalities #WestCoast #WesternCape #WesternCapeMec

Walk In The Light (Christian Music) = Let this new Christian song bring you closer to God ✝️ - #God #Jesus #TheLord #Praise #ChristianMusic #Bible #Music #Song #FaithJourney #PathOfLight #PrayerHands #GatheringTogether #YouthfulWorship #ModernChurch #CommunityService #SpiritualGrowth #HeartfeltReflection #CrossSymbol #BaptismCelebration #PraiseAndWorship #MissionTrip #SoulfulSinging #GospelChoir #ScriptureStudy #JoyfulGatherings - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnOZxMFJHho

Walk In The Light (Christian Music) = Let this new Christian song bring you closer to God ✝️ - #God #Jesus #TheLord #Praise #ChristianMusic #Bible #Music #Song #FaithJourney #PathOfLight #PrayerHands #GatheringTogether #YouthfulWorship #ModernChurch #CommunityService #SpiritualGrowth #HeartfeltReflection #CrossSymbol #BaptismCelebration #PraiseAndWorship #MissionTrip #SoulfulSinging #GospelChoir #ScriptureStudy #JoyfulGatherings - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnOZxMFJHho

Walk In The Light (Christian Music) = Let this new Christian song bring you closer to God ✝️ - #God #Jesus #TheLord #Praise #ChristianMusic #Bible #Music #Song #FaithJourney #PathOfLight #PrayerHands #GatheringTogether #YouthfulWorship #ModernChurch #CommunityService #SpiritualGrowth #HeartfeltReflection #CrossSymbol #BaptismCelebration #PraiseAndWorship #MissionTrip #SoulfulSinging #GospelChoir #ScriptureStudy #JoyfulGatherings - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnOZxMFJHho

Walk In The Light (Christian Music) = Let this new Christian song bring you closer to God ✝️ - #God #Jesus #TheLord #Praise #ChristianMusic #Bible #Music #Song #FaithJourney #PathOfLight #PrayerHands #GatheringTogether #YouthfulWorship #ModernChurch #CommunityService #SpiritualGrowth #HeartfeltReflection #CrossSymbol #BaptismCelebration #PraiseAndWorship #MissionTrip #SoulfulSinging #GospelChoir #ScriptureStudy #JoyfulGatherings - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnOZxMFJHho

Walk In The Light (Christian Music) = Let this new Christian song bring you closer to God ✝️ - #God #Jesus #TheLord #Praise #ChristianMusic #Bible #Music #Song #FaithJourney #PathOfLight #PrayerHands #GatheringTogether #YouthfulWorship #ModernChurch #CommunityService #SpiritualGrowth #HeartfeltReflection #CrossSymbol #BaptismCelebration #PraiseAndWorship #MissionTrip #SoulfulSinging #GospelChoir #ScriptureStudy #JoyfulGatherings - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnOZxMFJHho

Healing Garden blooms under volunteers’ care, love https://www.allforgardening.com/1720459/healing-garden-blooms-under-volunteers-care-love/ #CommunityService #CommunityVolunteers #garden #GardenRestoration #HealingGarden #MemorialGarden #ReflectionGarden #SandpointHealingGarden #SpringCleanup #VolunteerStewardship

Healing Garden blooms under volunteers’ care, love https://www.allforgardening.com/1720459/healing-garden-blooms-under-volunteers-care-love/ #CommunityService #CommunityVolunteers #garden #GardenRestoration #HealingGarden #MemorialGarden #ReflectionGarden #SandpointHealingGarden #SpringCleanup #VolunteerStewardship

Looking for service learning lessons and community service projects? We’ve rounded up some of our best service activities in our recent film guides for classrooms, workplaces, and service clubs.

These resources show that positive change is possible and that we all have the power to make an impact on the world around us.

These service activities are great for Volunteer Month in April and Volunteer Week April 19-25. 💕

Several of these lessons and activities have an environmental theme that also makes them great choices for Earth Month. 🌍

📢 We've updated this collection with our newest 2026 community service materials.

Check out the link to learn more about these resources and boost student engagement with service learning! 👇

https://journeysinfilm.org/get-students-excited-about-service-learning-with-film/?utm_source=Mastodon&utm_medium=social+media&utm_campaign=volunteer+month&utm_id=April+26&utm_term=service+learning&utm_content=link

#NationalVolunteerMonth #VolunteerMonth #Volunteering #NationalVolunteerWeek #VolunteerWeek #CommunityService #ServiceLearning #Education #Edutooters #Homeschooling #EarthMonth #EarthWeek #EarthDay

'Evil' daughter stole £40k from sick mum and squandered it on clothes and takeaways

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/evil-daughter-steals-sick-mum-36972612

https://www.europesays.com/africa/95637/ Instagram #célébration #CivicEngagement #community #CommunityService #dignitaries #Government #GovernmentOfficials #Heroes #honor #honoring #impacts #Inspiration #LateHonErkkiNghimtina #Leadership #LeadershipQualities #legacy #LegacyLivesOn #MemorialService #memory #Minister #Motivation #Namibia #officials #PoliticalCareer #politicians #PublicFigure #PublicService #PublicServiceCareer #reflection #remembering #respect #service #tribute #tributes

Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s new law makes thieves work and repay victims below Read our report for details #ValidUpdates #BurkinaFaso #IbrahimTraore #law #justice #communityservice #crime #WestAfrica

https://validupdates.com/2025/12/burkina-faso-leader-changes-theft-law-to-force-repayment/

Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s new law makes thieves work and repay victims below Read our report for details #ValidUpdates #BurkinaFaso #IbrahimTraore #law #justice #communityservice #crime #WestAfrica

https://validupdates.com/2025/12/burkina-faso-leader-changes-theft-law-to-force-repayment/

Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s new law makes thieves work and repay victims below Read our report for details #ValidUpdates #BurkinaFaso #IbrahimTraore #law #justice #communityservice #crime #WestAfrica

https://validupdates.com/2025/12/burkina-faso-leader-changes-theft-law-to-force-repayment/

Got a head for numbers and a heart for democracy? Become our volunteer treasurer to keep our books balanced and our finances strong. If you know your way around QuickBooks, PayPal, Google Sheets, and mobile banking systems, we want you! You’ll train with our current board treasurer for a smooth transition.

Learn more at https://ideali.st/W7vp2r

#SanFrancisco #SF #SFBA #SFBayArea #SFgov #SFpol #CommunityService #BoardService #VolunteerSanFrancisco #SanFranciscoVolunteer #SFVolunteer #Volunteer

280 families served at Friendsgiving at the Garden event https://www.allforgardening.com/1510912/280-families-served-at-friendsgiving-at-the-garden-event/ #10 #Albany #AlbanyNews #Channel10 #CollardGreens #community #CommunityService #doco #DoughertyCounty #farmer #FarmerFredo #fredo #FreeFood #friendsgiving #FriendsgivingAtTheGarden #garden #NearMe #NewBirthMissionaryBaptistChurch #news #News10 #SGA #SouthGeorgia #SouthwestGeorgia #SWGA #thanksgiving #ThanksgivingDinner #ThanksgivingFeast #volunteer #WALB #WALBNews #WALBNEWS10

https://www.europesays.com/uk/564406/ Utah ranked one of most charitable states in United States… again #CharitableGiving #CharitableStates #CommunityService #donations #philanthropy #UnitedStates #us #USA #utah #Volunteering #WalletHub

The Algonac Lions Club has launched its new KidSight vision program, led by Lion Suezette Minder — who grew up inspired to serve her community and is now helping children receive vital vision screenings. 🦁👓

👉 Read more on the program and Suezette’s lifelong commitment to service: https://bluewaterhealthyliving.com/news/local-news/part-2-water-bill-increase-addressed-by-algonac-council-2/

#Algonac #LionsClub #CommunityService #KidSight #VisionHealth #MichiganNews #GBSMedia #BWHL #BlueWaterHealthyLiving

Watch WESH 2 News on CW18

Watch WESH 2 News at 6 on CW18. Get the latest on Tropical Storm Fernand and countdown to…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #TV #App #centralflorida #Communityservice #CW18 #Entertainment #excellence #hearsttelevision #hour #localnews #LocalSports #localweather #multipleplatform #newsandweather #sport #waltercronkiteaward #weather #weekendforecast #weekendnews #wesh #WESH2 #wesh2news
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/106086/

Watch WESH 2 News on CW18

Watch WESH 2 News at 6 on CW18. Get the latest on Tropical Storm Fernand and countdown to…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #TV #App #centralflorida #Communityservice #CW18 #Entertainment #excellence #hearsttelevision #hour #localnews #LocalSports #localweather #multipleplatform #newsandweather #sport #waltercronkiteaward #weather #weekendforecast #weekendnews #wesh #WESH2 #wesh2news
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/106086/

We remember Lila, a remarkable baker, for her unwavering faith and active involvement in the church. Her children recall her devotion, emphasizing how she lived her faith through actions. #FaithInAction #RememberingLila #InspirationalStory #BakingLegacy #ChurchCommunity #FamilyValues #FaithJourney #ChristianLife #CommunityService #Inspiration

America’s Blood Centers Honors HOSA-Future Health https://www.byteseu.com/1140893/ #America’sBloodCenters #BloodDonation #CommunityService #Health #HealthcareEducation #hosa #MedicalVolunteering #StudentAchievement #StudentLeadership

🦁 Steve Schultz, former President, and Angela Valdivia, new Marketing Director, join Eileen to share why the Port Huron Host Lions Club has been a pillar of service for over 105 years — and why their work still matters today.
https://bluewaterhealthyliving.com/shows/eileen-tesch-living-exponentially/port-huron-lions-club-angela-valdivia-steve-schultz/
#LionsClub #PortHuron #CommunityService #GBSMedia #LocalImpact #105YearsStrong

Here we are, at #southbaysoniccircuits #sbsc in #sanjose #california tryina put the work in. #communityservice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQ72Nx3aObg #runciblespoonfight #eurorack #openmic #electronic #music #chaos #noise #kzsu #dayofnoise #afterparty happy first birthday to South Bay Sonic Circuits! More performances soon

As someone who doesn't use a "smart" phone, what are some good #services for #selling or giving stuff away? I know of #craigslist and #freecycle but there must be other good services out there. What do you use to #sell or give away stuff?
#GarageSale #Yardsale #CommunityService #Toys #Technology #retoot #help

#Wabanaki #Educator Receives National #CommunityService Award

by Jillian Kerr, October 10, 2024

"Lynn Amakehs (butterfly) Mitchell, #Passamaquoddy citizen and #Maine Indian Education Facilities Manager, is deeply committed to preserving her community's culture. Her unwavering dedication has earned her different awards, recognizing her service to her community and her passion for preserving language and culture. In September, Lynn was honored with the prestigious 2024 National Indian Education Association Community Service of the Year Award. This award recognizes Native community members who are role models and have served their community.

"Lynn’s journey to become a teacher and active community member is a testament to her passion and dedication. It all began when she became a mother and started participating in school and community activities. Lynn’s involvement in organizations like the Girl Scouts and PTP (Parent Teacher Partnership) marked the beginning of her service to the community before she started her decolonization work and focus on culture and language.

"Her #decolonization journey deepened after she attended the #UpstanderAcademy, where she met a #Micmac woman and spiritual healer from Canada. Their time and conversations inspired her to learn more and share what she knew, leading her to become the community leader she is today.

"After attending the Upstander Academy, Lynn's commitment to promoting cultural engagement intensified. She traveled to different tribal gatherings and immersed herself in culture as much as possible. She aimed to share her experiences and knowledge and motivate others in her community to participate in and learn cultural activities.

"Lynn plays a pivotal role in nurturing a sense of community and togetherness. She does this in various ways, including by planning community gatherings. Lynn planned a large cultural gathering that the Passamaquoddy hosted, but after much planning and organizing, she became ill and could not attend. She said that her falling ill was a 'blessing in disguise' because it resulted in something beautiful…. community members who usually do not participate in community activities took the lead and ensured the gathering went as planned. These individuals continue to be active community members, a testament to Lynn's success in promoting cultural engagement.

"One of Lynn's most significant contributions is mentoring youth, a responsibility she takes very seriously. In community service projects with youth, she saw how they responded positively, which deepened her desire to do more. These projects demonstrate her commitment to the future of her community.

"Currently, Lynn is mentoring a group of girls through their rights-of-passage ceremony. One activity the girls completed was learning how to honor berries. The girls picked berries and then gave some to the elders when they visited. The girls spend much time with the elders, learning from and talking with them. Lynn's commitment to passing this knowledge on to the next generation provides hope for the community’s ability to preserve tribal culture.

This is Lynn's 38th year working for Maine Indian Education. Since being hired, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in College Studies, focusing on Native Studies from the University of Maine at Machias. She enjoyed her courses, and what she learned provided her with the knowledge and skills needed to create the curriculum and served as a basis for the content she uses in her classes.

"Lynn began teaching the #PassamaquoddyLanguage at Calais High School before she graduated. Her classes are extremely popular and usually have a waitlist. Lynn was surprised when her classes began to have a waitlist, but anyone who knows Lynn was not surprised. Her positive energy and love radiate from her and draw people to her. Her dedication to her students and community makes Lynn a perfect recipient of the NIEA Community Service of the Year Award.

"The #NIEAConvention was established to mark the beginning of a national forum for sharing and developing ideas and influencing federal policy. #NIEA was founded in 1969 and incorporated in 1970 to meet the needs of educators, students, and the community. NIEA held its first 'First Convocation of American Indian Scholars' at Princeton University in 1969. During this meeting, several Native educators discussed concerns and issues related to the education of Native children. For many educators, this large meeting was the first opportunity to share, discuss, and learn about ideas critical to Native Americans in the United States.

"Several Natives who attended that gathering wanted an opportunity to continue the dialogue and share ways to improve education. They desired to explore ways to become more effective teachers and better school administrators and discover practical experiences that could improve schools serving Native students.

"Since its incorporation, NIEA has become a massive organization committed to addressing various issues that Native Americans face. These issues include Boarding School Healing, #NativeLanguage Initiatives, and #CulturallyBasedCurricula. NIEA’s mission is to advance comprehensive, culturally based educational opportunities for #NativeAmericans, #AlaskaNatives, and #NativeHawaiians. The organization advocates for policies and creates programs that support self-determination and the development of comprehensive, culturally grounded learning opportunities for Native students.

"National recognition through the NIEA Community Service Award underscores Lynn’s exceptional contributions to Native education and her dedication to serving the community. Lynn’s drive to preserve language and culture in her community is a tribute to her commitment. Her contributions, which go beyond the classroom, are evident in impactful community service projects that profoundly affect the lives of Native students and their families."

https://www.wabanakireach.org/wabanaki_educator_receives_national_community_service_award

#NativeAmericanNews #NativeAmericanEducators #LynnAmakehsMitchell #Decolonize #WabanakiReach

#Wabanaki #Educator Receives National #CommunityService Award

by Jillian Kerr, October 10, 2024

"Lynn Amakehs (butterfly) Mitchell, #Passamaquoddy citizen and #Maine Indian Education Facilities Manager, is deeply committed to preserving her community's culture. Her unwavering dedication has earned her different awards, recognizing her service to her community and her passion for preserving language and culture. In September, Lynn was honored with the prestigious 2024 National Indian Education Association Community Service of the Year Award. This award recognizes Native community members who are role models and have served their community.

"Lynn’s journey to become a teacher and active community member is a testament to her passion and dedication. It all began when she became a mother and started participating in school and community activities. Lynn’s involvement in organizations like the Girl Scouts and PTP (Parent Teacher Partnership) marked the beginning of her service to the community before she started her decolonization work and focus on culture and language.

"Her #decolonization journey deepened after she attended the #UpstanderAcademy, where she met a #Micmac woman and spiritual healer from Canada. Their time and conversations inspired her to learn more and share what she knew, leading her to become the community leader she is today.

"After attending the Upstander Academy, Lynn's commitment to promoting cultural engagement intensified. She traveled to different tribal gatherings and immersed herself in culture as much as possible. She aimed to share her experiences and knowledge and motivate others in her community to participate in and learn cultural activities.

"Lynn plays a pivotal role in nurturing a sense of community and togetherness. She does this in various ways, including by planning community gatherings. Lynn planned a large cultural gathering that the Passamaquoddy hosted, but after much planning and organizing, she became ill and could not attend. She said that her falling ill was a 'blessing in disguise' because it resulted in something beautiful…. community members who usually do not participate in community activities took the lead and ensured the gathering went as planned. These individuals continue to be active community members, a testament to Lynn's success in promoting cultural engagement.

"One of Lynn's most significant contributions is mentoring youth, a responsibility she takes very seriously. In community service projects with youth, she saw how they responded positively, which deepened her desire to do more. These projects demonstrate her commitment to the future of her community.

"Currently, Lynn is mentoring a group of girls through their rights-of-passage ceremony. One activity the girls completed was learning how to honor berries. The girls picked berries and then gave some to the elders when they visited. The girls spend much time with the elders, learning from and talking with them. Lynn's commitment to passing this knowledge on to the next generation provides hope for the community’s ability to preserve tribal culture.

This is Lynn's 38th year working for Maine Indian Education. Since being hired, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in College Studies, focusing on Native Studies from the University of Maine at Machias. She enjoyed her courses, and what she learned provided her with the knowledge and skills needed to create the curriculum and served as a basis for the content she uses in her classes.

"Lynn began teaching the #PassamaquoddyLanguage at Calais High School before she graduated. Her classes are extremely popular and usually have a waitlist. Lynn was surprised when her classes began to have a waitlist, but anyone who knows Lynn was not surprised. Her positive energy and love radiate from her and draw people to her. Her dedication to her students and community makes Lynn a perfect recipient of the NIEA Community Service of the Year Award.

"The #NIEAConvention was established to mark the beginning of a national forum for sharing and developing ideas and influencing federal policy. #NIEA was founded in 1969 and incorporated in 1970 to meet the needs of educators, students, and the community. NIEA held its first 'First Convocation of American Indian Scholars' at Princeton University in 1969. During this meeting, several Native educators discussed concerns and issues related to the education of Native children. For many educators, this large meeting was the first opportunity to share, discuss, and learn about ideas critical to Native Americans in the United States.

"Several Natives who attended that gathering wanted an opportunity to continue the dialogue and share ways to improve education. They desired to explore ways to become more effective teachers and better school administrators and discover practical experiences that could improve schools serving Native students.

"Since its incorporation, NIEA has become a massive organization committed to addressing various issues that Native Americans face. These issues include Boarding School Healing, #NativeLanguage Initiatives, and #CulturallyBasedCurricula. NIEA’s mission is to advance comprehensive, culturally based educational opportunities for #NativeAmericans, #AlaskaNatives, and #NativeHawaiians. The organization advocates for policies and creates programs that support self-determination and the development of comprehensive, culturally grounded learning opportunities for Native students.

"National recognition through the NIEA Community Service Award underscores Lynn’s exceptional contributions to Native education and her dedication to serving the community. Lynn’s drive to preserve language and culture in her community is a tribute to her commitment. Her contributions, which go beyond the classroom, are evident in impactful community service projects that profoundly affect the lives of Native students and their families."

https://www.wabanakireach.org/wabanaki_educator_receives_national_community_service_award

#NativeAmericanNews #NativeAmericanEducators #LynnAmakehsMitchell #Decolonize #WabanakiReach

#Wabanaki #Educator Receives National #CommunityService Award

by Jillian Kerr, October 10, 2024

"Lynn Amakehs (butterfly) Mitchell, #Passamaquoddy citizen and #Maine Indian Education Facilities Manager, is deeply committed to preserving her community's culture. Her unwavering dedication has earned her different awards, recognizing her service to her community and her passion for preserving language and culture. In September, Lynn was honored with the prestigious 2024 National Indian Education Association Community Service of the Year Award. This award recognizes Native community members who are role models and have served their community.

"Lynn’s journey to become a teacher and active community member is a testament to her passion and dedication. It all began when she became a mother and started participating in school and community activities. Lynn’s involvement in organizations like the Girl Scouts and PTP (Parent Teacher Partnership) marked the beginning of her service to the community before she started her decolonization work and focus on culture and language.

"Her #decolonization journey deepened after she attended the #UpstanderAcademy, where she met a #Micmac woman and spiritual healer from Canada. Their time and conversations inspired her to learn more and share what she knew, leading her to become the community leader she is today.

"After attending the Upstander Academy, Lynn's commitment to promoting cultural engagement intensified. She traveled to different tribal gatherings and immersed herself in culture as much as possible. She aimed to share her experiences and knowledge and motivate others in her community to participate in and learn cultural activities.

"Lynn plays a pivotal role in nurturing a sense of community and togetherness. She does this in various ways, including by planning community gatherings. Lynn planned a large cultural gathering that the Passamaquoddy hosted, but after much planning and organizing, she became ill and could not attend. She said that her falling ill was a 'blessing in disguise' because it resulted in something beautiful…. community members who usually do not participate in community activities took the lead and ensured the gathering went as planned. These individuals continue to be active community members, a testament to Lynn's success in promoting cultural engagement.

"One of Lynn's most significant contributions is mentoring youth, a responsibility she takes very seriously. In community service projects with youth, she saw how they responded positively, which deepened her desire to do more. These projects demonstrate her commitment to the future of her community.

"Currently, Lynn is mentoring a group of girls through their rights-of-passage ceremony. One activity the girls completed was learning how to honor berries. The girls picked berries and then gave some to the elders when they visited. The girls spend much time with the elders, learning from and talking with them. Lynn's commitment to passing this knowledge on to the next generation provides hope for the community’s ability to preserve tribal culture.

This is Lynn's 38th year working for Maine Indian Education. Since being hired, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in College Studies, focusing on Native Studies from the University of Maine at Machias. She enjoyed her courses, and what she learned provided her with the knowledge and skills needed to create the curriculum and served as a basis for the content she uses in her classes.

"Lynn began teaching the #PassamaquoddyLanguage at Calais High School before she graduated. Her classes are extremely popular and usually have a waitlist. Lynn was surprised when her classes began to have a waitlist, but anyone who knows Lynn was not surprised. Her positive energy and love radiate from her and draw people to her. Her dedication to her students and community makes Lynn a perfect recipient of the NIEA Community Service of the Year Award.

"The #NIEAConvention was established to mark the beginning of a national forum for sharing and developing ideas and influencing federal policy. #NIEA was founded in 1969 and incorporated in 1970 to meet the needs of educators, students, and the community. NIEA held its first 'First Convocation of American Indian Scholars' at Princeton University in 1969. During this meeting, several Native educators discussed concerns and issues related to the education of Native children. For many educators, this large meeting was the first opportunity to share, discuss, and learn about ideas critical to Native Americans in the United States.

"Several Natives who attended that gathering wanted an opportunity to continue the dialogue and share ways to improve education. They desired to explore ways to become more effective teachers and better school administrators and discover practical experiences that could improve schools serving Native students.

"Since its incorporation, NIEA has become a massive organization committed to addressing various issues that Native Americans face. These issues include Boarding School Healing, #NativeLanguage Initiatives, and #CulturallyBasedCurricula. NIEA’s mission is to advance comprehensive, culturally based educational opportunities for #NativeAmericans, #AlaskaNatives, and #NativeHawaiians. The organization advocates for policies and creates programs that support self-determination and the development of comprehensive, culturally grounded learning opportunities for Native students.

"National recognition through the NIEA Community Service Award underscores Lynn’s exceptional contributions to Native education and her dedication to serving the community. Lynn’s drive to preserve language and culture in her community is a tribute to her commitment. Her contributions, which go beyond the classroom, are evident in impactful community service projects that profoundly affect the lives of Native students and their families."

https://www.wabanakireach.org/wabanaki_educator_receives_national_community_service_award

#NativeAmericanNews #NativeAmericanEducators #LynnAmakehsMitchell #Decolonize #WabanakiReach

#Wabanaki #Educator Receives National #CommunityService Award

by Jillian Kerr, October 10, 2024

"Lynn Amakehs (butterfly) Mitchell, #Passamaquoddy citizen and #Maine Indian Education Facilities Manager, is deeply committed to preserving her community's culture. Her unwavering dedication has earned her different awards, recognizing her service to her community and her passion for preserving language and culture. In September, Lynn was honored with the prestigious 2024 National Indian Education Association Community Service of the Year Award. This award recognizes Native community members who are role models and have served their community.

"Lynn’s journey to become a teacher and active community member is a testament to her passion and dedication. It all began when she became a mother and started participating in school and community activities. Lynn’s involvement in organizations like the Girl Scouts and PTP (Parent Teacher Partnership) marked the beginning of her service to the community before she started her decolonization work and focus on culture and language.

"Her #decolonization journey deepened after she attended the #UpstanderAcademy, where she met a #Micmac woman and spiritual healer from Canada. Their time and conversations inspired her to learn more and share what she knew, leading her to become the community leader she is today.

"After attending the Upstander Academy, Lynn's commitment to promoting cultural engagement intensified. She traveled to different tribal gatherings and immersed herself in culture as much as possible. She aimed to share her experiences and knowledge and motivate others in her community to participate in and learn cultural activities.

"Lynn plays a pivotal role in nurturing a sense of community and togetherness. She does this in various ways, including by planning community gatherings. Lynn planned a large cultural gathering that the Passamaquoddy hosted, but after much planning and organizing, she became ill and could not attend. She said that her falling ill was a 'blessing in disguise' because it resulted in something beautiful…. community members who usually do not participate in community activities took the lead and ensured the gathering went as planned. These individuals continue to be active community members, a testament to Lynn's success in promoting cultural engagement.

"One of Lynn's most significant contributions is mentoring youth, a responsibility she takes very seriously. In community service projects with youth, she saw how they responded positively, which deepened her desire to do more. These projects demonstrate her commitment to the future of her community.

"Currently, Lynn is mentoring a group of girls through their rights-of-passage ceremony. One activity the girls completed was learning how to honor berries. The girls picked berries and then gave some to the elders when they visited. The girls spend much time with the elders, learning from and talking with them. Lynn's commitment to passing this knowledge on to the next generation provides hope for the community’s ability to preserve tribal culture.

This is Lynn's 38th year working for Maine Indian Education. Since being hired, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in College Studies, focusing on Native Studies from the University of Maine at Machias. She enjoyed her courses, and what she learned provided her with the knowledge and skills needed to create the curriculum and served as a basis for the content she uses in her classes.

"Lynn began teaching the #PassamaquoddyLanguage at Calais High School before she graduated. Her classes are extremely popular and usually have a waitlist. Lynn was surprised when her classes began to have a waitlist, but anyone who knows Lynn was not surprised. Her positive energy and love radiate from her and draw people to her. Her dedication to her students and community makes Lynn a perfect recipient of the NIEA Community Service of the Year Award.

"The #NIEAConvention was established to mark the beginning of a national forum for sharing and developing ideas and influencing federal policy. #NIEA was founded in 1969 and incorporated in 1970 to meet the needs of educators, students, and the community. NIEA held its first 'First Convocation of American Indian Scholars' at Princeton University in 1969. During this meeting, several Native educators discussed concerns and issues related to the education of Native children. For many educators, this large meeting was the first opportunity to share, discuss, and learn about ideas critical to Native Americans in the United States.

"Several Natives who attended that gathering wanted an opportunity to continue the dialogue and share ways to improve education. They desired to explore ways to become more effective teachers and better school administrators and discover practical experiences that could improve schools serving Native students.

"Since its incorporation, NIEA has become a massive organization committed to addressing various issues that Native Americans face. These issues include Boarding School Healing, #NativeLanguage Initiatives, and #CulturallyBasedCurricula. NIEA’s mission is to advance comprehensive, culturally based educational opportunities for #NativeAmericans, #AlaskaNatives, and #NativeHawaiians. The organization advocates for policies and creates programs that support self-determination and the development of comprehensive, culturally grounded learning opportunities for Native students.

"National recognition through the NIEA Community Service Award underscores Lynn’s exceptional contributions to Native education and her dedication to serving the community. Lynn’s drive to preserve language and culture in her community is a tribute to her commitment. Her contributions, which go beyond the classroom, are evident in impactful community service projects that profoundly affect the lives of Native students and their families."

https://www.wabanakireach.org/wabanaki_educator_receives_national_community_service_award

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