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  1. #BreakingNews! 🚨 #LandBack in #Maine!

    Land returned to #MikmaqNation will double tribe’s territory

    Nearly 3,400 acres have been returned to the Aroostook County-based tribe.

    by Reuben M. Schafir, June 22, 2026

    "The #Mikmaq Nation is expanding. The tribe on Friday obtained title to #MesgilgMaqamigew, a nearly 3,400-acre parcel near #BridgewaterME. The land return is so large it will more than double the tribe’s holdings.

    " 'For decades the Mi’kmaq citizens have seen their traditional hunting and gathering grounds disappear to development or private ownership not allowing access,' Chief #SheilaMcCormack said in a news release. 'This property will give our people a place for outdoor recreation, a place to teach our children how to hunt and fish, and a place we can pass down the traditions of our ancestors before they are forgotten.'

    "Of the four #Wabanaki tribes, the Mi’kmaq Nation received federal recognition last, in 1991. It and the #HoultonBand of #Maliseet Indians hold far less land in Maine than the #PassamaquoddyTribe and #PenobscotNation, which each have more than 150,000 acres.

    "#TheConservationFund negotiated a below-market value sale and purchased the parcel last year from #forestry company #HCHayne, then held it on behalf of the tribe. The organization worked with an alliance of tribes known as the Wabanaki Commission on Land and Stewardship, and #FirstLight, a group of non-native, land-based organizations, to secure $1.9 million for project.

    " 'Indigenous land return projects are a cornerstone of our conservation efforts,' Tom Duffus, Northeast representative for The Conservation Fund, said in a statement. 'I’m thrilled that this special place is once again managed by the Mi’kmaq Nation, whose citizens have stewarded this landscape since time immemorial.'

    "Mesgilg Maqamigew means 'big land,' a name chosen in recognition of the significance to the tribe of a parcel so large, contiguous and lush with resources.

    "The property contains #forests, #wetlands and more than three miles of #NorthWhitneyBrook, a stream with a thriving #BrookTrout population, according to Mi’kmaq Environmental Health Director Shannon Hill.

    "The tribe has already located #fiddleheads there, and Hill said they plan to use the land for #hunting, #fishing, gathering and timber. Snowmobile and ATV trails are available for public use.

    "#RichardSilliboy, a basket maker and former Mi’kmaq vice chief who sits on the commission, is hopeful the parcel has #BrownAsh for weaving — but expects, at least, 'some decent fishing.'

    "#MesgilgMaqamigew is the sixth to be completed in a series of projects spearheaded by the commission that are collectively known as the tributary land returns. The tributary returns comprise 52,000 acres in 11 discrete projects involving all five tribal governments in Maine at an estimated cost of $52 million."

    Read more:
    pressherald.com/2026/06/22/lan

    Archived version:
    archive.md/Bkbl0

    #WabanakiAlliance #Dawnland #ProtectTheSacred #ProtectTheForest #LandConservation #NativeAmericanNews #IndigenousNews #MaineSettlementAct #NativeAmericans #Indigenous #WaterIsLife #LandIsLife #LandStewardship #Stewardship #SolarPunkSunday

  2. #BreakingNews! 🚨 #LandBack in #Maine!

    Land returned to #MikmaqNation will double tribe’s territory

    Nearly 3,400 acres have been returned to the Aroostook County-based tribe.

    by Reuben M. Schafir, June 22, 2026

    "The #Mikmaq Nation is expanding. The tribe on Friday obtained title to #MesgilgMaqamigew, a nearly 3,400-acre parcel near #BridgewaterME. The land return is so large it will more than double the tribe’s holdings.

    " 'For decades the Mi’kmaq citizens have seen their traditional hunting and gathering grounds disappear to development or private ownership not allowing access,' Chief #SheilaMcCormack said in a news release. 'This property will give our people a place for outdoor recreation, a place to teach our children how to hunt and fish, and a place we can pass down the traditions of our ancestors before they are forgotten.'

    "Of the four #Wabanaki tribes, the Mi’kmaq Nation received federal recognition last, in 1991. It and the #HoultonBand of #Maliseet Indians hold far less land in Maine than the #PassamaquoddyTribe and #PenobscotNation, which each have more than 150,000 acres.

    "#TheConservationFund negotiated a below-market value sale and purchased the parcel last year from #forestry company #HCHayne, then held it on behalf of the tribe. The organization worked with an alliance of tribes known as the Wabanaki Commission on Land and Stewardship, and #FirstLight, a group of non-native, land-based organizations, to secure $1.9 million for project.

    " 'Indigenous land return projects are a cornerstone of our conservation efforts,' Tom Duffus, Northeast representative for The Conservation Fund, said in a statement. 'I’m thrilled that this special place is once again managed by the Mi’kmaq Nation, whose citizens have stewarded this landscape since time immemorial.'

    "Mesgilg Maqamigew means 'big land,' a name chosen in recognition of the significance to the tribe of a parcel so large, contiguous and lush with resources.

    "The property contains #forests, #wetlands and more than three miles of #NorthWhitneyBrook, a stream with a thriving #BrookTrout population, according to Mi’kmaq Environmental Health Director Shannon Hill.

    "The tribe has already located #fiddleheads there, and Hill said they plan to use the land for #hunting, #fishing, gathering and timber. Snowmobile and ATV trails are available for public use.

    "#RichardSilliboy, a basket maker and former Mi’kmaq vice chief who sits on the commission, is hopeful the parcel has #BrownAsh for weaving — but expects, at least, 'some decent fishing.'

    "#MesgilgMaqamigew is the sixth to be completed in a series of projects spearheaded by the commission that are collectively known as the tributary land returns. The tributary returns comprise 52,000 acres in 11 discrete projects involving all five tribal governments in Maine at an estimated cost of $52 million."

    Read more:
    pressherald.com/2026/06/22/lan

    Archived version:
    archive.md/Bkbl0

    #WabanakiAlliance #Dawnland #ProtectTheSacred #ProtectTheForest #LandConservation #NativeAmericanNews #IndigenousNews #MaineSettlementAct #NativeAmericans #Indigenous #WaterIsLife #LandIsLife #LandStewardship #Stewardship #SolarPunkSunday

  3. #BreakingNews! 🚨 #LandBack in #Maine!

    Land returned to #MikmaqNation will double tribe’s territory

    Nearly 3,400 acres have been returned to the Aroostook County-based tribe.

    by Reuben M. Schafir, June 22, 2026

    "The #Mikmaq Nation is expanding. The tribe on Friday obtained title to #MesgilgMaqamigew, a nearly 3,400-acre parcel near #BridgewaterME. The land return is so large it will more than double the tribe’s holdings.

    " 'For decades the Mi’kmaq citizens have seen their traditional hunting and gathering grounds disappear to development or private ownership not allowing access,' Chief #SheilaMcCormack said in a news release. 'This property will give our people a place for outdoor recreation, a place to teach our children how to hunt and fish, and a place we can pass down the traditions of our ancestors before they are forgotten.'

    "Of the four #Wabanaki tribes, the Mi’kmaq Nation received federal recognition last, in 1991. It and the #HoultonBand of #Maliseet Indians hold far less land in Maine than the #PassamaquoddyTribe and #PenobscotNation, which each have more than 150,000 acres.

    "#TheConservationFund negotiated a below-market value sale and purchased the parcel last year from #forestry company #HCHayne, then held it on behalf of the tribe. The organization worked with an alliance of tribes known as the Wabanaki Commission on Land and Stewardship, and #FirstLight, a group of non-native, land-based organizations, to secure $1.9 million for project.

    " 'Indigenous land return projects are a cornerstone of our conservation efforts,' Tom Duffus, Northeast representative for The Conservation Fund, said in a statement. 'I’m thrilled that this special place is once again managed by the Mi’kmaq Nation, whose citizens have stewarded this landscape since time immemorial.'

    "Mesgilg Maqamigew means 'big land,' a name chosen in recognition of the significance to the tribe of a parcel so large, contiguous and lush with resources.

    "The property contains #forests, #wetlands and more than three miles of #NorthWhitneyBrook, a stream with a thriving #BrookTrout population, according to Mi’kmaq Environmental Health Director Shannon Hill.

    "The tribe has already located #fiddleheads there, and Hill said they plan to use the land for #hunting, #fishing, gathering and timber. Snowmobile and ATV trails are available for public use.

    "#RichardSilliboy, a basket maker and former Mi’kmaq vice chief who sits on the commission, is hopeful the parcel has #BrownAsh for weaving — but expects, at least, 'some decent fishing.'

    "#MesgilgMaqamigew is the sixth to be completed in a series of projects spearheaded by the commission that are collectively known as the tributary land returns. The tributary returns comprise 52,000 acres in 11 discrete projects involving all five tribal governments in Maine at an estimated cost of $52 million."

    Read more:
    pressherald.com/2026/06/22/lan

    Archived version:
    archive.md/Bkbl0

    #WabanakiAlliance #Dawnland #ProtectTheSacred #ProtectTheForest #LandConservation #NativeAmericanNews #IndigenousNews #MaineSettlementAct #NativeAmericans #Indigenous #WaterIsLife #LandIsLife #LandStewardship #Stewardship #SolarPunkSunday

  4. #BreakingNews! 🚨 #LandBack in #Maine!

    Land returned to #MikmaqNation will double tribe’s territory

    Nearly 3,400 acres have been returned to the Aroostook County-based tribe.

    by Reuben M. Schafir, June 22, 2026

    "The #Mikmaq Nation is expanding. The tribe on Friday obtained title to #MesgilgMaqamigew, a nearly 3,400-acre parcel near #BridgewaterME. The land return is so large it will more than double the tribe’s holdings.

    " 'For decades the Mi’kmaq citizens have seen their traditional hunting and gathering grounds disappear to development or private ownership not allowing access,' Chief #SheilaMcCormack said in a news release. 'This property will give our people a place for outdoor recreation, a place to teach our children how to hunt and fish, and a place we can pass down the traditions of our ancestors before they are forgotten.'

    "Of the four #Wabanaki tribes, the Mi’kmaq Nation received federal recognition last, in 1991. It and the #HoultonBand of #Maliseet Indians hold far less land in Maine than the #PassamaquoddyTribe and #PenobscotNation, which each have more than 150,000 acres.

    "#TheConservationFund negotiated a below-market value sale and purchased the parcel last year from #forestry company #HCHayne, then held it on behalf of the tribe. The organization worked with an alliance of tribes known as the Wabanaki Commission on Land and Stewardship, and #FirstLight, a group of non-native, land-based organizations, to secure $1.9 million for project.

    " 'Indigenous land return projects are a cornerstone of our conservation efforts,' Tom Duffus, Northeast representative for The Conservation Fund, said in a statement. 'I’m thrilled that this special place is once again managed by the Mi’kmaq Nation, whose citizens have stewarded this landscape since time immemorial.'

    "Mesgilg Maqamigew means 'big land,' a name chosen in recognition of the significance to the tribe of a parcel so large, contiguous and lush with resources.

    "The property contains #forests, #wetlands and more than three miles of #NorthWhitneyBrook, a stream with a thriving #BrookTrout population, according to Mi’kmaq Environmental Health Director Shannon Hill.

    "The tribe has already located #fiddleheads there, and Hill said they plan to use the land for #hunting, #fishing, gathering and timber. Snowmobile and ATV trails are available for public use.

    "#RichardSilliboy, a basket maker and former Mi’kmaq vice chief who sits on the commission, is hopeful the parcel has #BrownAsh for weaving — but expects, at least, 'some decent fishing.'

    "#MesgilgMaqamigew is the sixth to be completed in a series of projects spearheaded by the commission that are collectively known as the tributary land returns. The tributary returns comprise 52,000 acres in 11 discrete projects involving all five tribal governments in Maine at an estimated cost of $52 million."

    Read more:
    pressherald.com/2026/06/22/lan

    Archived version:
    archive.md/Bkbl0

    #WabanakiAlliance #Dawnland #ProtectTheSacred #ProtectTheForest #LandConservation #NativeAmericanNews #IndigenousNews #MaineSettlementAct #NativeAmericans #Indigenous #WaterIsLife #LandIsLife #LandStewardship #Stewardship #SolarPunkSunday

  5. #BreakingNews! 🚨 #LandBack in #Maine!

    Land returned to #MikmaqNation will double tribe’s territory

    Nearly 3,400 acres have been returned to the Aroostook County-based tribe.

    by Reuben M. Schafir, June 22, 2026

    "The #Mikmaq Nation is expanding. The tribe on Friday obtained title to #MesgilgMaqamigew, a nearly 3,400-acre parcel near #BridgewaterME. The land return is so large it will more than double the tribe’s holdings.

    " 'For decades the Mi’kmaq citizens have seen their traditional hunting and gathering grounds disappear to development or private ownership not allowing access,' Chief #SheilaMcCormack said in a news release. 'This property will give our people a place for outdoor recreation, a place to teach our children how to hunt and fish, and a place we can pass down the traditions of our ancestors before they are forgotten.'

    "Of the four #Wabanaki tribes, the Mi’kmaq Nation received federal recognition last, in 1991. It and the #HoultonBand of #Maliseet Indians hold far less land in Maine than the #PassamaquoddyTribe and #PenobscotNation, which each have more than 150,000 acres.

    "#TheConservationFund negotiated a below-market value sale and purchased the parcel last year from #forestry company #HCHayne, then held it on behalf of the tribe. The organization worked with an alliance of tribes known as the Wabanaki Commission on Land and Stewardship, and #FirstLight, a group of non-native, land-based organizations, to secure $1.9 million for project.

    " 'Indigenous land return projects are a cornerstone of our conservation efforts,' Tom Duffus, Northeast representative for The Conservation Fund, said in a statement. 'I’m thrilled that this special place is once again managed by the Mi’kmaq Nation, whose citizens have stewarded this landscape since time immemorial.'

    "Mesgilg Maqamigew means 'big land,' a name chosen in recognition of the significance to the tribe of a parcel so large, contiguous and lush with resources.

    "The property contains #forests, #wetlands and more than three miles of #NorthWhitneyBrook, a stream with a thriving #BrookTrout population, according to Mi’kmaq Environmental Health Director Shannon Hill.

    "The tribe has already located #fiddleheads there, and Hill said they plan to use the land for #hunting, #fishing, gathering and timber. Snowmobile and ATV trails are available for public use.

    "#RichardSilliboy, a basket maker and former Mi’kmaq vice chief who sits on the commission, is hopeful the parcel has #BrownAsh for weaving — but expects, at least, 'some decent fishing.'

    "#MesgilgMaqamigew is the sixth to be completed in a series of projects spearheaded by the commission that are collectively known as the tributary land returns. The tributary returns comprise 52,000 acres in 11 discrete projects involving all five tribal governments in Maine at an estimated cost of $52 million."

    Read more:
    pressherald.com/2026/06/22/lan

    Archived version:
    archive.md/Bkbl0

    #WabanakiAlliance #Dawnland #ProtectTheSacred #ProtectTheForest #LandConservation #NativeAmericanNews #IndigenousNews #MaineSettlementAct #NativeAmericans #Indigenous #WaterIsLife #LandIsLife #LandStewardship #Stewardship #SolarPunkSunday

  6. From #MaineMorningStar: Governor, #Maine Democratic Party on Health Care, Immigration Enforcement, Housing, Energy, Taxes, #TribalSovereignty

    "Tribal Sovereignty

    What is your position on tribal sovereignty?

    #ShennaBellows (D)
    Shenna Bellows supports restoring full sovereignty to the #WabanakiNations.

    #TroyJackson (D)
    Troy Jackson supports restoring full sovereignty to the #WabanakiNations, a position reflected in his legislative record. Despite the setbacks, he said he is proud that Maine was able to pass laws to support economic development, improve access to clean drinking water, recognize the exclusive jurisdiction of tribal courts, and enshrine protections for Wabanaki children and their families into state law.

    #AngusKingIII (D)
    No response. [NO SURPRISE!]

    #HannahPingree (D)
    Hannah Pingree supports restoring full sovereignty to the Wabanaki Nations and believes the Wabanaki Nations deserve the same rights and opportunities as every other federally recognized tribe. She said she has partnered with Tribal leaders and governments on issues like climate resilience and clean energy, and she would work to expand collaboration on economic development, health care, infrastructure, natural resources, and environmental protection.

    #NiravShah (D)
    Nirav Shah supports restoring full sovereignty to the Wabanaki Nations. At the Maine CDC, Shah said he worked side by side with #WabanakiLeaders, including on #PFAS and #EnvironmentalThreats, and saw firsthand that our state does its best work when it listens first and #collaborates with the Tribes in good faith and in true partnership.

    Read more:
    mainemorningstar.com/voter-gui

    #MaineGovernor #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty
    #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  7. From #MaineMorningStar: Governor, #Maine Democratic Party on Health Care, Immigration Enforcement, Housing, Energy, Taxes, #TribalSovereignty

    "Tribal Sovereignty

    What is your position on tribal sovereignty?

    #ShennaBellows (D)
    Shenna Bellows supports restoring full sovereignty to the #WabanakiNations.

    #TroyJackson (D)
    Troy Jackson supports restoring full sovereignty to the #WabanakiNations, a position reflected in his legislative record. Despite the setbacks, he said he is proud that Maine was able to pass laws to support economic development, improve access to clean drinking water, recognize the exclusive jurisdiction of tribal courts, and enshrine protections for Wabanaki children and their families into state law.

    #AngusKingIII (D)
    No response. [NO SURPRISE!]

    #HannahPingree (D)
    Hannah Pingree supports restoring full sovereignty to the Wabanaki Nations and believes the Wabanaki Nations deserve the same rights and opportunities as every other federally recognized tribe. She said she has partnered with Tribal leaders and governments on issues like climate resilience and clean energy, and she would work to expand collaboration on economic development, health care, infrastructure, natural resources, and environmental protection.

    #NiravShah (D)
    Nirav Shah supports restoring full sovereignty to the Wabanaki Nations. At the Maine CDC, Shah said he worked side by side with #WabanakiLeaders, including on #PFAS and #EnvironmentalThreats, and saw firsthand that our state does its best work when it listens first and #collaborates with the Tribes in good faith and in true partnership.

    Read more:
    mainemorningstar.com/voter-gui

    #MaineGovernor #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty
    #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  8. From #MaineMorningStar: Governor, #Maine Democratic Party on Health Care, Immigration Enforcement, Housing, Energy, Taxes, #TribalSovereignty

    "Tribal Sovereignty

    What is your position on tribal sovereignty?

    #ShennaBellows (D)
    Shenna Bellows supports restoring full sovereignty to the #WabanakiNations.

    #TroyJackson (D)
    Troy Jackson supports restoring full sovereignty to the #WabanakiNations, a position reflected in his legislative record. Despite the setbacks, he said he is proud that Maine was able to pass laws to support economic development, improve access to clean drinking water, recognize the exclusive jurisdiction of tribal courts, and enshrine protections for Wabanaki children and their families into state law.

    #AngusKingIII (D)
    No response. [NO SURPRISE!]

    #HannahPingree (D)
    Hannah Pingree supports restoring full sovereignty to the Wabanaki Nations and believes the Wabanaki Nations deserve the same rights and opportunities as every other federally recognized tribe. She said she has partnered with Tribal leaders and governments on issues like climate resilience and clean energy, and she would work to expand collaboration on economic development, health care, infrastructure, natural resources, and environmental protection.

    #NiravShah (D)
    Nirav Shah supports restoring full sovereignty to the Wabanaki Nations. At the Maine CDC, Shah said he worked side by side with #WabanakiLeaders, including on #PFAS and #EnvironmentalThreats, and saw firsthand that our state does its best work when it listens first and #collaborates with the Tribes in good faith and in true partnership.

    Read more:
    mainemorningstar.com/voter-gui

    #MaineGovernor #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty
    #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  9. From #MaineMorningStar: Governor, #Maine Democratic Party on Health Care, Immigration Enforcement, Housing, Energy, Taxes, #TribalSovereignty

    "Tribal Sovereignty

    What is your position on tribal sovereignty?

    #ShennaBellows (D)
    Shenna Bellows supports restoring full sovereignty to the #WabanakiNations.

    #TroyJackson (D)
    Troy Jackson supports restoring full sovereignty to the #WabanakiNations, a position reflected in his legislative record. Despite the setbacks, he said he is proud that Maine was able to pass laws to support economic development, improve access to clean drinking water, recognize the exclusive jurisdiction of tribal courts, and enshrine protections for Wabanaki children and their families into state law.

    #AngusKingIII (D)
    No response. [NO SURPRISE!]

    #HannahPingree (D)
    Hannah Pingree supports restoring full sovereignty to the Wabanaki Nations and believes the Wabanaki Nations deserve the same rights and opportunities as every other federally recognized tribe. She said she has partnered with Tribal leaders and governments on issues like climate resilience and clean energy, and she would work to expand collaboration on economic development, health care, infrastructure, natural resources, and environmental protection.

    #NiravShah (D)
    Nirav Shah supports restoring full sovereignty to the Wabanaki Nations. At the Maine CDC, Shah said he worked side by side with #WabanakiLeaders, including on #PFAS and #EnvironmentalThreats, and saw firsthand that our state does its best work when it listens first and #collaborates with the Tribes in good faith and in true partnership.

    Read more:
    mainemorningstar.com/voter-gui

    #MaineGovernor #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty
    #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  10. From #MaineMorningStar: Governor, #Maine Democratic Party on Health Care, Immigration Enforcement, Housing, Energy, Taxes, #TribalSovereignty

    "Tribal Sovereignty

    What is your position on tribal sovereignty?

    #ShennaBellows (D)
    Shenna Bellows supports restoring full sovereignty to the #WabanakiNations.

    #TroyJackson (D)
    Troy Jackson supports restoring full sovereignty to the #WabanakiNations, a position reflected in his legislative record. Despite the setbacks, he said he is proud that Maine was able to pass laws to support economic development, improve access to clean drinking water, recognize the exclusive jurisdiction of tribal courts, and enshrine protections for Wabanaki children and their families into state law.

    #AngusKingIII (D)
    No response. [NO SURPRISE!]

    #HannahPingree (D)
    Hannah Pingree supports restoring full sovereignty to the Wabanaki Nations and believes the Wabanaki Nations deserve the same rights and opportunities as every other federally recognized tribe. She said she has partnered with Tribal leaders and governments on issues like climate resilience and clean energy, and she would work to expand collaboration on economic development, health care, infrastructure, natural resources, and environmental protection.

    #NiravShah (D)
    Nirav Shah supports restoring full sovereignty to the Wabanaki Nations. At the Maine CDC, Shah said he worked side by side with #WabanakiLeaders, including on #PFAS and #EnvironmentalThreats, and saw firsthand that our state does its best work when it listens first and #collaborates with the Tribes in good faith and in true partnership.

    Read more:
    mainemorningstar.com/voter-gui

    #MaineGovernor #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty
    #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  11. #Maine - Gubernatorial Candidates Take Part in #WabanakiAlliance Forum

    "Eight gubernatorial candidates and more than 150 people attended the Wabanaki Alliance 2026 Gubernatorial Forum March 19 at the Houlton Community Resource Center. Hosted by the #HoultonBandOfMalisset Indians, the forum included eight candidates who responded to questions from moderators and forum attendees about nonpartisan issues and policy affecting the #WabanakiNations.

    "Candidates received questions from #MaulianBryant, citizen of the #PenobscotNation and executive director of the Wabanaki Alliance; #MalleahBrown, a citizen of the #PassamaquoddyTribe at #Motahkomikuk and youth lead with the #WabanakiYouth Policy Initiative; and #OsihkiyolCroftonMacdonald, #HoultonBand of Maliseet Indians Ambassador and president of the Wabanaki Alliance Board. #ClarissaSabattis, Tribal Chief of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, made opening and closing remarks.

    "Participating candidates included (in alphabetical order)

    - #ShennaBellows (D)
    - #RickBennett (I)
    - #JohnGlowa (I)
    - #TroyJackson (D)
    - #DerekLevasseur (I)
    - #HannahPingree (D)
    - #NiravShah (D)
    - #AngusKingIII (D)

    "The primary election for Democratic and Republican candidates is Tuesday, June 9. The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 3."

    Source:
    wabanakialliance.com/gubernato

    Recording of the forum:
    youtube.com/watch?v=zLzaxN-YE7

    #MaineGovernor #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty
    #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  12. #Maine - Gubernatorial Candidates Take Part in #WabanakiAlliance Forum

    "Eight gubernatorial candidates and more than 150 people attended the Wabanaki Alliance 2026 Gubernatorial Forum March 19 at the Houlton Community Resource Center. Hosted by the #HoultonBandOfMalisset Indians, the forum included eight candidates who responded to questions from moderators and forum attendees about nonpartisan issues and policy affecting the #WabanakiNations.

    "Candidates received questions from #MaulianBryant, citizen of the #PenobscotNation and executive director of the Wabanaki Alliance; #MalleahBrown, a citizen of the #PassamaquoddyTribe at #Motahkomikuk and youth lead with the #WabanakiYouth Policy Initiative; and #OsihkiyolCroftonMacdonald, #HoultonBand of Maliseet Indians Ambassador and president of the Wabanaki Alliance Board. #ClarissaSabattis, Tribal Chief of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, made opening and closing remarks.

    "Participating candidates included (in alphabetical order)

    - #ShennaBellows (D)
    - #RickBennett (I)
    - #JohnGlowa (I)
    - #TroyJackson (D)
    - #DerekLevasseur (I)
    - #HannahPingree (D)
    - #NiravShah (D)
    - #AngusKingIII (D)

    "The primary election for Democratic and Republican candidates is Tuesday, June 9. The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 3."

    Source:
    wabanakialliance.com/gubernato

    Recording of the forum:
    youtube.com/watch?v=zLzaxN-YE7

    #MaineGovernor #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty
    #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  13. #Maine - Gubernatorial Candidates Take Part in #WabanakiAlliance Forum

    "Eight gubernatorial candidates and more than 150 people attended the Wabanaki Alliance 2026 Gubernatorial Forum March 19 at the Houlton Community Resource Center. Hosted by the #HoultonBandOfMalisset Indians, the forum included eight candidates who responded to questions from moderators and forum attendees about nonpartisan issues and policy affecting the #WabanakiNations.

    "Candidates received questions from #MaulianBryant, citizen of the #PenobscotNation and executive director of the Wabanaki Alliance; #MalleahBrown, a citizen of the #PassamaquoddyTribe at #Motahkomikuk and youth lead with the #WabanakiYouth Policy Initiative; and #OsihkiyolCroftonMacdonald, #HoultonBand of Maliseet Indians Ambassador and president of the Wabanaki Alliance Board. #ClarissaSabattis, Tribal Chief of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, made opening and closing remarks.

    "Participating candidates included (in alphabetical order)

    - #ShennaBellows (D)
    - #RickBennett (I)
    - #JohnGlowa (I)
    - #TroyJackson (D)
    - #DerekLevasseur (I)
    - #HannahPingree (D)
    - #NiravShah (D)
    - #AngusKingIII (D)

    "The primary election for Democratic and Republican candidates is Tuesday, June 9. The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 3."

    Source:
    wabanakialliance.com/gubernato

    Recording of the forum:
    youtube.com/watch?v=zLzaxN-YE7

    #MaineGovernor #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty
    #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  14. #Maine - Gubernatorial Candidates Take Part in #WabanakiAlliance Forum

    "Eight gubernatorial candidates and more than 150 people attended the Wabanaki Alliance 2026 Gubernatorial Forum March 19 at the Houlton Community Resource Center. Hosted by the #HoultonBandOfMalisset Indians, the forum included eight candidates who responded to questions from moderators and forum attendees about nonpartisan issues and policy affecting the #WabanakiNations.

    "Candidates received questions from #MaulianBryant, citizen of the #PenobscotNation and executive director of the Wabanaki Alliance; #MalleahBrown, a citizen of the #PassamaquoddyTribe at #Motahkomikuk and youth lead with the #WabanakiYouth Policy Initiative; and #OsihkiyolCroftonMacdonald, #HoultonBand of Maliseet Indians Ambassador and president of the Wabanaki Alliance Board. #ClarissaSabattis, Tribal Chief of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, made opening and closing remarks.

    "Participating candidates included (in alphabetical order)

    - #ShennaBellows (D)
    - #RickBennett (I)
    - #JohnGlowa (I)
    - #TroyJackson (D)
    - #DerekLevasseur (I)
    - #HannahPingree (D)
    - #NiravShah (D)
    - #AngusKingIII (D)

    "The primary election for Democratic and Republican candidates is Tuesday, June 9. The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 3."

    Source:
    wabanakialliance.com/gubernato

    Recording of the forum:
    youtube.com/watch?v=zLzaxN-YE7

    #MaineGovernor #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty
    #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  15. #Maine - Gubernatorial Candidates Take Part in #WabanakiAlliance Forum

    "Eight gubernatorial candidates and more than 150 people attended the Wabanaki Alliance 2026 Gubernatorial Forum March 19 at the Houlton Community Resource Center. Hosted by the #HoultonBandOfMalisset Indians, the forum included eight candidates who responded to questions from moderators and forum attendees about nonpartisan issues and policy affecting the #WabanakiNations.

    "Candidates received questions from #MaulianBryant, citizen of the #PenobscotNation and executive director of the Wabanaki Alliance; #MalleahBrown, a citizen of the #PassamaquoddyTribe at #Motahkomikuk and youth lead with the #WabanakiYouth Policy Initiative; and #OsihkiyolCroftonMacdonald, #HoultonBand of Maliseet Indians Ambassador and president of the Wabanaki Alliance Board. #ClarissaSabattis, Tribal Chief of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, made opening and closing remarks.

    "Participating candidates included (in alphabetical order)

    - #ShennaBellows (D)
    - #RickBennett (I)
    - #JohnGlowa (I)
    - #TroyJackson (D)
    - #DerekLevasseur (I)
    - #HannahPingree (D)
    - #NiravShah (D)
    - #AngusKingIII (D)

    "The primary election for Democratic and Republican candidates is Tuesday, June 9. The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 3."

    Source:
    wabanakialliance.com/gubernato

    Recording of the forum:
    youtube.com/watch?v=zLzaxN-YE7

    #MaineGovernor #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty
    #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  16. Dems in #Maine’s #2ndDistrict race tackle #tribal topics in #PresqueIsleME

    By Cameron Levasseur, May 13, 2026

    "The four Democrats competing in a June primary to face former Gov. #PaulLePage for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District met Wednesday night in Presque Isle at a forum put on by the #WabanakiAlliance to discuss tribal sovereignty and other issues facing the state’s native population.

    "Hosted by the #MikmaqNation, one of Maine’s four #WabanakiNations, the event lasted two hours and covered a broad range of topics, from #WaterRights to gaming legislation to the teaching of #NativeHistory in Maine’s schools.

    "The candidates — State Auditor #MattDunlap, state Sen. #JoeBaldacci, former political operative #JordanWood and social worker #PaigeLoud — agreed on nearly everything, chiefly in their wholehearted support of #TribalSovereignty.

    "#Sovereignty has dominated the political conversation around Maine’s tribes for years, with majority support for its expansion in the state legislature countered by opposition from the state’s executive leaders, including LePage and then Gov. #JanetMills.

    " 'Only when I worked on these issues federally … did I understand how wrong Maine has been to its tribes and the need to rectify that #injustice,' Wood said.
    If elected, all four said they would reintroduce a 2022 bill put forth by U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, to amend the #MaineIndianClaimsSettlementAct of 1980 and give the Wabanaki the same rights under federal law as the 570 #FederallyRecognizedTribes.

    "Golden currently represents the 2nd District but abruptly announced last fall that he would not seek reelection. His bill failed in the Senate after it was blocked by Sen. #AngusKing, another Maine politician who has expressed skepticism at tribal rights expansions."

    Read more:
    bangordailynews.com/2026/05/13

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/zXhzT

    #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  17. Dems in #Maine’s #2ndDistrict race tackle #tribal topics in #PresqueIsleME

    By Cameron Levasseur, May 13, 2026

    "The four Democrats competing in a June primary to face former Gov. #PaulLePage for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District met Wednesday night in Presque Isle at a forum put on by the #WabanakiAlliance to discuss tribal sovereignty and other issues facing the state’s native population.

    "Hosted by the #MikmaqNation, one of Maine’s four #WabanakiNations, the event lasted two hours and covered a broad range of topics, from #WaterRights to gaming legislation to the teaching of #NativeHistory in Maine’s schools.

    "The candidates — State Auditor #MattDunlap, state Sen. #JoeBaldacci, former political operative #JordanWood and social worker #PaigeLoud — agreed on nearly everything, chiefly in their wholehearted support of #TribalSovereignty.

    "#Sovereignty has dominated the political conversation around Maine’s tribes for years, with majority support for its expansion in the state legislature countered by opposition from the state’s executive leaders, including LePage and then Gov. #JanetMills.

    " 'Only when I worked on these issues federally … did I understand how wrong Maine has been to its tribes and the need to rectify that #injustice,' Wood said.
    If elected, all four said they would reintroduce a 2022 bill put forth by U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, to amend the #MaineIndianClaimsSettlementAct of 1980 and give the Wabanaki the same rights under federal law as the 570 #FederallyRecognizedTribes.

    "Golden currently represents the 2nd District but abruptly announced last fall that he would not seek reelection. His bill failed in the Senate after it was blocked by Sen. #AngusKing, another Maine politician who has expressed skepticism at tribal rights expansions."

    Read more:
    bangordailynews.com/2026/05/13

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/zXhzT

    #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  18. Dems in #Maine’s #2ndDistrict race tackle #tribal topics in #PresqueIsleME

    By Cameron Levasseur, May 13, 2026

    "The four Democrats competing in a June primary to face former Gov. #PaulLePage for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District met Wednesday night in Presque Isle at a forum put on by the #WabanakiAlliance to discuss tribal sovereignty and other issues facing the state’s native population.

    "Hosted by the #MikmaqNation, one of Maine’s four #WabanakiNations, the event lasted two hours and covered a broad range of topics, from #WaterRights to gaming legislation to the teaching of #NativeHistory in Maine’s schools.

    "The candidates — State Auditor #MattDunlap, state Sen. #JoeBaldacci, former political operative #JordanWood and social worker #PaigeLoud — agreed on nearly everything, chiefly in their wholehearted support of #TribalSovereignty.

    "#Sovereignty has dominated the political conversation around Maine’s tribes for years, with majority support for its expansion in the state legislature countered by opposition from the state’s executive leaders, including LePage and then Gov. #JanetMills.

    " 'Only when I worked on these issues federally … did I understand how wrong Maine has been to its tribes and the need to rectify that #injustice,' Wood said.
    If elected, all four said they would reintroduce a 2022 bill put forth by U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, to amend the #MaineIndianClaimsSettlementAct of 1980 and give the Wabanaki the same rights under federal law as the 570 #FederallyRecognizedTribes.

    "Golden currently represents the 2nd District but abruptly announced last fall that he would not seek reelection. His bill failed in the Senate after it was blocked by Sen. #AngusKing, another Maine politician who has expressed skepticism at tribal rights expansions."

    Read more:
    bangordailynews.com/2026/05/13

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/zXhzT

    #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  19. Dems in #Maine’s #2ndDistrict race tackle #tribal topics in #PresqueIsleME

    By Cameron Levasseur, May 13, 2026

    "The four Democrats competing in a June primary to face former Gov. #PaulLePage for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District met Wednesday night in Presque Isle at a forum put on by the #WabanakiAlliance to discuss tribal sovereignty and other issues facing the state’s native population.

    "Hosted by the #MikmaqNation, one of Maine’s four #WabanakiNations, the event lasted two hours and covered a broad range of topics, from #WaterRights to gaming legislation to the teaching of #NativeHistory in Maine’s schools.

    "The candidates — State Auditor #MattDunlap, state Sen. #JoeBaldacci, former political operative #JordanWood and social worker #PaigeLoud — agreed on nearly everything, chiefly in their wholehearted support of #TribalSovereignty.

    "#Sovereignty has dominated the political conversation around Maine’s tribes for years, with majority support for its expansion in the state legislature countered by opposition from the state’s executive leaders, including LePage and then Gov. #JanetMills.

    " 'Only when I worked on these issues federally … did I understand how wrong Maine has been to its tribes and the need to rectify that #injustice,' Wood said.
    If elected, all four said they would reintroduce a 2022 bill put forth by U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, to amend the #MaineIndianClaimsSettlementAct of 1980 and give the Wabanaki the same rights under federal law as the 570 #FederallyRecognizedTribes.

    "Golden currently represents the 2nd District but abruptly announced last fall that he would not seek reelection. His bill failed in the Senate after it was blocked by Sen. #AngusKing, another Maine politician who has expressed skepticism at tribal rights expansions."

    Read more:
    bangordailynews.com/2026/05/13

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/zXhzT

    #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  20. Dems in #Maine’s #2ndDistrict race tackle #tribal topics in #PresqueIsleME

    By Cameron Levasseur, May 13, 2026

    "The four Democrats competing in a June primary to face former Gov. #PaulLePage for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District met Wednesday night in Presque Isle at a forum put on by the #WabanakiAlliance to discuss tribal sovereignty and other issues facing the state’s native population.

    "Hosted by the #MikmaqNation, one of Maine’s four #WabanakiNations, the event lasted two hours and covered a broad range of topics, from #WaterRights to gaming legislation to the teaching of #NativeHistory in Maine’s schools.

    "The candidates — State Auditor #MattDunlap, state Sen. #JoeBaldacci, former political operative #JordanWood and social worker #PaigeLoud — agreed on nearly everything, chiefly in their wholehearted support of #TribalSovereignty.

    "#Sovereignty has dominated the political conversation around Maine’s tribes for years, with majority support for its expansion in the state legislature countered by opposition from the state’s executive leaders, including LePage and then Gov. #JanetMills.

    " 'Only when I worked on these issues federally … did I understand how wrong Maine has been to its tribes and the need to rectify that #injustice,' Wood said.
    If elected, all four said they would reintroduce a 2022 bill put forth by U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, to amend the #MaineIndianClaimsSettlementAct of 1980 and give the Wabanaki the same rights under federal law as the 570 #FederallyRecognizedTribes.

    "Golden currently represents the 2nd District but abruptly announced last fall that he would not seek reelection. His bill failed in the Senate after it was blocked by Sen. #AngusKing, another Maine politician who has expressed skepticism at tribal rights expansions."

    Read more:
    bangordailynews.com/2026/05/13

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/zXhzT

    #MainePol #Elections2026 #TribalRights #Wabanakik #WabanakiSovereignty #LandBack #Dawnland #MaineSettlementAct #WaterIsLife #WabanakiConfederacy

  21. Personally, I'd love to see #LandBack here in "New England", especially #Maine (#Wabanakik / #Dawnland). I don't have a problem with NOT polluting #MotherEarth, or having to abide by #Wabanaki laws. I know what the #WabanakiAlliance is all about and fully support their decisions and governance.

  22. Personally, I'd love to see #LandBack here in "New England", especially #Maine (#Wabanakik / #Dawnland). I don't have a problem with NOT polluting #MotherEarth, or having to abide by #Wabanaki laws. I know what the #WabanakiAlliance is all about and fully support their decisions and governance.

  23. Personally, I'd love to see #LandBack here in "New England", especially #Maine (#Wabanakik / #Dawnland). I don't have a problem with NOT polluting #MotherEarth, or having to abide by #Wabanaki laws. I know what the #WabanakiAlliance is all about and fully support their decisions and governance.

  24. Personally, I'd love to see #LandBack here in "New England", especially #Maine (#Wabanakik / #Dawnland). I don't have a problem with NOT polluting #MotherEarth, or having to abide by #Wabanaki laws. I know what the #WabanakiAlliance is all about and fully support their decisions and governance.

  25. Personally, I'd love to see #LandBack here in "New England", especially #Maine (#Wabanakik / #Dawnland). I don't have a problem with NOT polluting #MotherEarth, or having to abide by #Wabanaki laws. I know what the #WabanakiAlliance is all about and fully support their decisions and governance.

  26. #WabanakiAlliance: Spring 2026 Update

    by #MaulianBryant, #PenobscotNation Citizen
    March 27, 2026

    "We want to share some of the powerful stories highlighting our work since January. From the halls of the State House to #Maliseet homelands in #HoultonME, the movement for #Wabanaki #sovereignty is growing stronger every day.

    Advocacy in Action
    We recently held a Lobby Day focused on two critical pieces of legislation:

    #LD785: Restoring tribal self-government.
    #LD395: Ensuring #WabanakiNations have access to future federal laws.

    The bills have since been amended and, while they do not represent the original form, the Chiefs agreed the amendment from the governor’s office provided for incremental but important movement forward.

    [...]

    We remain committed to ensuring that people across our homelands now called Maine understand why it is vital that Wabanaki Nations are no longer treated differently than the other 570+ federally recognized tribes."

    Read more:
    mailchi.mp/wabanakialliance/wa

    #IndigenousSovereignty #Dawnland #MainePol #NativeAmericanNews #MaineLegislation #MaineSettlementAct #TribalSovereignty #LandBack

  27. #WabanakiAlliance: Spring 2026 Update

    by #MaulianBryant, #PenobscotNation Citizen
    March 27, 2026

    "We want to share some of the powerful stories highlighting our work since January. From the halls of the State House to #Maliseet homelands in #HoultonME, the movement for #Wabanaki #sovereignty is growing stronger every day.

    Advocacy in Action
    We recently held a Lobby Day focused on two critical pieces of legislation:

    #LD785: Restoring tribal self-government.
    #LD395: Ensuring #WabanakiNations have access to future federal laws.

    The bills have since been amended and, while they do not represent the original form, the Chiefs agreed the amendment from the governor’s office provided for incremental but important movement forward.

    [...]

    We remain committed to ensuring that people across our homelands now called Maine understand why it is vital that Wabanaki Nations are no longer treated differently than the other 570+ federally recognized tribes."

    Read more:
    mailchi.mp/wabanakialliance/wa

    #IndigenousSovereignty #Dawnland #MainePol #NativeAmericanNews #MaineLegislation #MaineSettlementAct #TribalSovereignty #LandBack

  28. #WabanakiAlliance: Spring 2026 Update

    by #MaulianBryant, #PenobscotNation Citizen
    March 27, 2026

    "We want to share some of the powerful stories highlighting our work since January. From the halls of the State House to #Maliseet homelands in #HoultonME, the movement for #Wabanaki #sovereignty is growing stronger every day.

    Advocacy in Action
    We recently held a Lobby Day focused on two critical pieces of legislation:

    #LD785: Restoring tribal self-government.
    #LD395: Ensuring #WabanakiNations have access to future federal laws.

    The bills have since been amended and, while they do not represent the original form, the Chiefs agreed the amendment from the governor’s office provided for incremental but important movement forward.

    [...]

    We remain committed to ensuring that people across our homelands now called Maine understand why it is vital that Wabanaki Nations are no longer treated differently than the other 570+ federally recognized tribes."

    Read more:
    mailchi.mp/wabanakialliance/wa

    #IndigenousSovereignty #Dawnland #MainePol #NativeAmericanNews #MaineLegislation #MaineSettlementAct #TribalSovereignty #LandBack

  29. #WabanakiAlliance: Spring 2026 Update

    by #MaulianBryant, #PenobscotNation Citizen
    March 27, 2026

    "We want to share some of the powerful stories highlighting our work since January. From the halls of the State House to #Maliseet homelands in #HoultonME, the movement for #Wabanaki #sovereignty is growing stronger every day.

    Advocacy in Action
    We recently held a Lobby Day focused on two critical pieces of legislation:

    #LD785: Restoring tribal self-government.
    #LD395: Ensuring #WabanakiNations have access to future federal laws.

    The bills have since been amended and, while they do not represent the original form, the Chiefs agreed the amendment from the governor’s office provided for incremental but important movement forward.

    [...]

    We remain committed to ensuring that people across our homelands now called Maine understand why it is vital that Wabanaki Nations are no longer treated differently than the other 570+ federally recognized tribes."

    Read more:
    mailchi.mp/wabanakialliance/wa

    #IndigenousSovereignty #Dawnland #MainePol #NativeAmericanNews #MaineLegislation #MaineSettlementAct #TribalSovereignty #LandBack

  30. #WabanakiAlliance: Spring 2026 Update

    by #MaulianBryant, #PenobscotNation Citizen
    March 27, 2026

    "We want to share some of the powerful stories highlighting our work since January. From the halls of the State House to #Maliseet homelands in #HoultonME, the movement for #Wabanaki #sovereignty is growing stronger every day.

    Advocacy in Action
    We recently held a Lobby Day focused on two critical pieces of legislation:

    #LD785: Restoring tribal self-government.
    #LD395: Ensuring #WabanakiNations have access to future federal laws.

    The bills have since been amended and, while they do not represent the original form, the Chiefs agreed the amendment from the governor’s office provided for incremental but important movement forward.

    [...]

    We remain committed to ensuring that people across our homelands now called Maine understand why it is vital that Wabanaki Nations are no longer treated differently than the other 570+ federally recognized tribes."

    Read more:
    mailchi.mp/wabanakialliance/wa

    #IndigenousSovereignty #Dawnland #MainePol #NativeAmericanNews #MaineLegislation #MaineSettlementAct #TribalSovereignty #LandBack

  31. Upcoming #WabanakiStudies Webinars for 2026

    "The #Wabanaki Studies Webinars are back for the spring and we're excited to see and learn from Wabanaki citizens doing such meaningful work. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our cultures, histories, and sovereignty from experts across our homelands.

    The webinars are free and open to the public.

    - Jan 21- #BrianneLolar - Wabanaki Studies in 2026 [already passed]
    - January 28- #KayaLolar & #SagePhillips - Wabanaki Youth & Policy
    - Feb 4 - #RogerPaul
    - February 11 - #SuzanneGreenlaw
    - Feb 25 - #DamonGalipeau
    - March 4 - #JohnNeptune
    - March 11 - #ChrisNewell - If You Lived During the American Revolution
    - April 1 - #BonnieNewsom - Swordfish in Past Wabanaki Lifeways
    - April 8 - #MaulianBryant - #WabanakiAlliance
    - April 2 9- Kaya Lolar, Sage Phillips, and Youth
    - May 6 - #DwayneTomah - #WabanakiLanguages
    May 13 - #ApemesimGalipeau

    FMI and to register:
    docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI

    Source:
    mailchi.mp/wabanakialliance/wa

    #WabanakiAlliance #MaineTribes #MaineFirstNations #Dawnland #NativeAmericanCulture #NativeAmericanLanguage #TraditionalWays #NativeAmericanHistory #AmericanHistory #NativeAmericanCulturalPreservation

  32. Upcoming #WabanakiStudies Webinars for 2026

    "The #Wabanaki Studies Webinars are back for the spring and we're excited to see and learn from Wabanaki citizens doing such meaningful work. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our cultures, histories, and sovereignty from experts across our homelands.

    The webinars are free and open to the public.

    - Jan 21- #BrianneLolar - Wabanaki Studies in 2026 [already passed]
    - January 28- #KayaLolar & #SagePhillips - Wabanaki Youth & Policy
    - Feb 4 - #RogerPaul
    - February 11 - #SuzanneGreenlaw
    - Feb 25 - #DamonGalipeau
    - March 4 - #JohnNeptune
    - March 11 - #ChrisNewell - If You Lived During the American Revolution
    - April 1 - #BonnieNewsom - Swordfish in Past Wabanaki Lifeways
    - April 8 - #MaulianBryant - #WabanakiAlliance
    - April 2 9- Kaya Lolar, Sage Phillips, and Youth
    - May 6 - #DwayneTomah - #WabanakiLanguages
    May 13 - #ApemesimGalipeau

    FMI and to register:
    docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI

    Source:
    mailchi.mp/wabanakialliance/wa

    #WabanakiAlliance #MaineTribes #MaineFirstNations #Dawnland #NativeAmericanCulture #NativeAmericanLanguage #TraditionalWays #NativeAmericanHistory #AmericanHistory #NativeAmericanCulturalPreservation

  33. Upcoming #WabanakiStudies Webinars for 2026

    "The #Wabanaki Studies Webinars are back for the spring and we're excited to see and learn from Wabanaki citizens doing such meaningful work. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our cultures, histories, and sovereignty from experts across our homelands.

    The webinars are free and open to the public.

    - Jan 21- #BrianneLolar - Wabanaki Studies in 2026 [already passed]
    - January 28- #KayaLolar & #SagePhillips - Wabanaki Youth & Policy
    - Feb 4 - #RogerPaul
    - February 11 - #SuzanneGreenlaw
    - Feb 25 - #DamonGalipeau
    - March 4 - #JohnNeptune
    - March 11 - #ChrisNewell - If You Lived During the American Revolution
    - April 1 - #BonnieNewsom - Swordfish in Past Wabanaki Lifeways
    - April 8 - #MaulianBryant - #WabanakiAlliance
    - April 2 9- Kaya Lolar, Sage Phillips, and Youth
    - May 6 - #DwayneTomah - #WabanakiLanguages
    May 13 - #ApemesimGalipeau

    FMI and to register:
    docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI

    Source:
    mailchi.mp/wabanakialliance/wa

    #WabanakiAlliance #MaineTribes #MaineFirstNations #Dawnland #NativeAmericanCulture #NativeAmericanLanguage #TraditionalWays #NativeAmericanHistory #AmericanHistory #NativeAmericanCulturalPreservation

  34. Upcoming #WabanakiStudies Webinars for 2026

    "The #Wabanaki Studies Webinars are back for the spring and we're excited to see and learn from Wabanaki citizens doing such meaningful work. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our cultures, histories, and sovereignty from experts across our homelands.

    The webinars are free and open to the public.

    - Jan 21- #BrianneLolar - Wabanaki Studies in 2026 [already passed]
    - January 28- #KayaLolar & #SagePhillips - Wabanaki Youth & Policy
    - Feb 4 - #RogerPaul
    - February 11 - #SuzanneGreenlaw
    - Feb 25 - #DamonGalipeau
    - March 4 - #JohnNeptune
    - March 11 - #ChrisNewell - If You Lived During the American Revolution
    - April 1 - #BonnieNewsom - Swordfish in Past Wabanaki Lifeways
    - April 8 - #MaulianBryant - #WabanakiAlliance
    - April 2 9- Kaya Lolar, Sage Phillips, and Youth
    - May 6 - #DwayneTomah - #WabanakiLanguages
    May 13 - #ApemesimGalipeau

    FMI and to register:
    docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI

    Source:
    mailchi.mp/wabanakialliance/wa

    #WabanakiAlliance #MaineTribes #MaineFirstNations #Dawnland #NativeAmericanCulture #NativeAmericanLanguage #TraditionalWays #NativeAmericanHistory #AmericanHistory #NativeAmericanCulturalPreservation

  35. Upcoming #WabanakiStudies Webinars for 2026

    "The #Wabanaki Studies Webinars are back for the spring and we're excited to see and learn from Wabanaki citizens doing such meaningful work. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our cultures, histories, and sovereignty from experts across our homelands.

    The webinars are free and open to the public.

    - Jan 21- #BrianneLolar - Wabanaki Studies in 2026 [already passed]
    - January 28- #KayaLolar & #SagePhillips - Wabanaki Youth & Policy
    - Feb 4 - #RogerPaul
    - February 11 - #SuzanneGreenlaw
    - Feb 25 - #DamonGalipeau
    - March 4 - #JohnNeptune
    - March 11 - #ChrisNewell - If You Lived During the American Revolution
    - April 1 - #BonnieNewsom - Swordfish in Past Wabanaki Lifeways
    - April 8 - #MaulianBryant - #WabanakiAlliance
    - April 2 9- Kaya Lolar, Sage Phillips, and Youth
    - May 6 - #DwayneTomah - #WabanakiLanguages
    May 13 - #ApemesimGalipeau

    FMI and to register:
    docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI

    Source:
    mailchi.mp/wabanakialliance/wa

    #WabanakiAlliance #MaineTribes #MaineFirstNations #Dawnland #NativeAmericanCulture #NativeAmericanLanguage #TraditionalWays #NativeAmericanHistory #AmericanHistory #NativeAmericanCulturalPreservation

  36. #MaineTribes - #FoodAssistance / #FoodPantries

    #IndianIslandME: St. Ann / #PenobscotNation DHS Food Pantry
    Location: 16 Wabanaki Way, Indian Island
    Days and Hours: Fridays 9:00 am. - 1:00 pm.
    Contact: Natasha Fields 207-817-7492 or (cell) 207-745-2907 for emergencies

    #LittletonME: #HoultonBandOfMaliseetIndians
    Location: 88 Bell road, Littleton
    Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 - 4:30
    Contact: Ashley Foster-Kinney 207-694-5254

    Littleton: Maliseet Housing Authority
    Location: 13 Clover Court, Littleton
    Days and Hours: By Appointment
    Contact: Amanda Sabattus 207-532-7260

    #PerryME: #Passamaquoddy Food Pantry
    Location: 22 Bayview Dr., Perry
    Days and Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Noon - 4:30 pm. & Wednesday 9:00 am. - 3:00 pm.
    Contact: Diane Libby 207-853-5139

    #PresqueIsleME: #Mikmaq Food Pantry
    Location: 37 Midway Drive, Presque Isle
    Days and Hours: Call Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:00 pm. Pantry Monday - Friday - By Appointment
    Contact: Roxanne Shaw & Kandi Sock 207-764-1972

    #Wabanaki #Wabanakik #FoodInsecurity #FoodSecurity #Dawnland #WabanakiAlliance #MaineFoodPantries #SNAP #SNAPCuts #FoodPantries #Mainers

  37. #MaineTribes - #FoodAssistance / #FoodPantries

    #IndianIslandME: St. Ann / #PenobscotNation DHS Food Pantry
    Location: 16 Wabanaki Way, Indian Island
    Days and Hours: Fridays 9:00 am. - 1:00 pm.
    Contact: Natasha Fields 207-817-7492 or (cell) 207-745-2907 for emergencies

    #LittletonME: #HoultonBandOfMaliseetIndians
    Location: 88 Bell road, Littleton
    Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 - 4:30
    Contact: Ashley Foster-Kinney 207-694-5254

    Littleton: Maliseet Housing Authority
    Location: 13 Clover Court, Littleton
    Days and Hours: By Appointment
    Contact: Amanda Sabattus 207-532-7260

    #PerryME: #Passamaquoddy Food Pantry
    Location: 22 Bayview Dr., Perry
    Days and Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Noon - 4:30 pm. & Wednesday 9:00 am. - 3:00 pm.
    Contact: Diane Libby 207-853-5139

    #PresqueIsleME: #Mikmaq Food Pantry
    Location: 37 Midway Drive, Presque Isle
    Days and Hours: Call Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:00 pm. Pantry Monday - Friday - By Appointment
    Contact: Roxanne Shaw & Kandi Sock 207-764-1972

    #Wabanaki #Wabanakik #FoodInsecurity #FoodSecurity #Dawnland #WabanakiAlliance #MaineFoodPantries #SNAP #SNAPCuts #FoodPantries #Mainers

  38. #MaineTribes - #FoodAssistance / #FoodPantries

    #IndianIslandME: St. Ann / #PenobscotNation DHS Food Pantry
    Location: 16 Wabanaki Way, Indian Island
    Days and Hours: Fridays 9:00 am. - 1:00 pm.
    Contact: Natasha Fields 207-817-7492 or (cell) 207-745-2907 for emergencies

    #LittletonME: #HoultonBandOfMaliseetIndians
    Location: 88 Bell road, Littleton
    Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 - 4:30
    Contact: Ashley Foster-Kinney 207-694-5254

    Littleton: Maliseet Housing Authority
    Location: 13 Clover Court, Littleton
    Days and Hours: By Appointment
    Contact: Amanda Sabattus 207-532-7260

    #PerryME: #Passamaquoddy Food Pantry
    Location: 22 Bayview Dr., Perry
    Days and Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Noon - 4:30 pm. & Wednesday 9:00 am. - 3:00 pm.
    Contact: Diane Libby 207-853-5139

    #PresqueIsleME: #Mikmaq Food Pantry
    Location: 37 Midway Drive, Presque Isle
    Days and Hours: Call Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:00 pm. Pantry Monday - Friday - By Appointment
    Contact: Roxanne Shaw & Kandi Sock 207-764-1972

    #Wabanaki #Wabanakik #FoodInsecurity #FoodSecurity #Dawnland #WabanakiAlliance #MaineFoodPantries #SNAP #SNAPCuts #FoodPantries #Mainers

  39. #MaineTribes - #FoodAssistance / #FoodPantries

    #IndianIslandME: St. Ann / #PenobscotNation DHS Food Pantry
    Location: 16 Wabanaki Way, Indian Island
    Days and Hours: Fridays 9:00 am. - 1:00 pm.
    Contact: Natasha Fields 207-817-7492 or (cell) 207-745-2907 for emergencies

    #LittletonME: #HoultonBandOfMaliseetIndians
    Location: 88 Bell road, Littleton
    Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 - 4:30
    Contact: Ashley Foster-Kinney 207-694-5254

    Littleton: Maliseet Housing Authority
    Location: 13 Clover Court, Littleton
    Days and Hours: By Appointment
    Contact: Amanda Sabattus 207-532-7260

    #PerryME: #Passamaquoddy Food Pantry
    Location: 22 Bayview Dr., Perry
    Days and Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Noon - 4:30 pm. & Wednesday 9:00 am. - 3:00 pm.
    Contact: Diane Libby 207-853-5139

    #PresqueIsleME: #Mikmaq Food Pantry
    Location: 37 Midway Drive, Presque Isle
    Days and Hours: Call Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:00 pm. Pantry Monday - Friday - By Appointment
    Contact: Roxanne Shaw & Kandi Sock 207-764-1972

    #Wabanaki #Wabanakik #FoodInsecurity #FoodSecurity #Dawnland #WabanakiAlliance #MaineFoodPantries #SNAP #SNAPCuts #FoodPantries #Mainers

  40. #MaineTribes - #FoodAssistance / #FoodPantries

    #IndianIslandME: St. Ann / #PenobscotNation DHS Food Pantry
    Location: 16 Wabanaki Way, Indian Island
    Days and Hours: Fridays 9:00 am. - 1:00 pm.
    Contact: Natasha Fields 207-817-7492 or (cell) 207-745-2907 for emergencies

    #LittletonME: #HoultonBandOfMaliseetIndians
    Location: 88 Bell road, Littleton
    Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 - 4:30
    Contact: Ashley Foster-Kinney 207-694-5254

    Littleton: Maliseet Housing Authority
    Location: 13 Clover Court, Littleton
    Days and Hours: By Appointment
    Contact: Amanda Sabattus 207-532-7260

    #PerryME: #Passamaquoddy Food Pantry
    Location: 22 Bayview Dr., Perry
    Days and Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Noon - 4:30 pm. & Wednesday 9:00 am. - 3:00 pm.
    Contact: Diane Libby 207-853-5139

    #PresqueIsleME: #Mikmaq Food Pantry
    Location: 37 Midway Drive, Presque Isle
    Days and Hours: Call Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:00 pm. Pantry Monday - Friday - By Appointment
    Contact: Roxanne Shaw & Kandi Sock 207-764-1972

    #Wabanaki #Wabanakik #FoodInsecurity #FoodSecurity #Dawnland #WabanakiAlliance #MaineFoodPantries #SNAP #SNAPCuts #FoodPantries #Mainers

  41. #IndigenousPeoplesDay - Monday, October 13

    This Indigenous Peoples' Day take some time to learn about the history of the #WabanakiNations.

    Event: Inter-Tribal drum group #RezDogs drums for Indigenous Peoples' Day

    #AbbeMuseum - October 13, 10:30 - Noon.

    Abbe Museum
    26 Mount Desert Street
    Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

    "About the Photo: John Neptune, Lieutenant Governor (1767-1865). John Neptune was a Penobscot Representative to the Legislature in 1823, 1824, 1831, 1835, 1837, 1844, and 1861, and he was the Lieutenant Governor/Sub-Chief in 1847. Source: Maine State Archives and Maine State Museum."
    - Jocelyn Hubbell, Interpretive Specialist, BPL

    FMI - abbemuseum.org/events/2025/10/

    Select Resources:

    #WabanakiReach page about Indigenous Peoples' Day
    wabanakireach.org/indigenous_p

    Wabanaki Reach educational resources
    wabanakireach.org/educational_

    Online Resource Library by First Light
    dawnlandreturn.org/first-light

    #NativeAmericanHistory #MaineFirstNations #WabankiHistory #CulturalPreservation #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousNews #MaineEvents #Maine #Dawnland #PeopleOfTheDawn

  42. #IndigenousPeoplesDay - Monday, October 13

    This Indigenous Peoples' Day take some time to learn about the history of the #WabanakiNations.

    Event: Inter-Tribal drum group #RezDogs drums for Indigenous Peoples' Day

    #AbbeMuseum - October 13, 10:30 - Noon.

    Abbe Museum
    26 Mount Desert Street
    Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

    "About the Photo: John Neptune, Lieutenant Governor (1767-1865). John Neptune was a Penobscot Representative to the Legislature in 1823, 1824, 1831, 1835, 1837, 1844, and 1861, and he was the Lieutenant Governor/Sub-Chief in 1847. Source: Maine State Archives and Maine State Museum."
    - Jocelyn Hubbell, Interpretive Specialist, BPL

    FMI - abbemuseum.org/events/2025/10/

    Select Resources:

    #WabanakiReach page about Indigenous Peoples' Day
    wabanakireach.org/indigenous_p

    Wabanaki Reach educational resources
    wabanakireach.org/educational_

    Online Resource Library by First Light
    dawnlandreturn.org/first-light

    #NativeAmericanHistory #MaineFirstNations #WabankiHistory #CulturalPreservation #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousNews #MaineEvents #Maine #Dawnland #PeopleOfTheDawn

  43. #IndigenousPeoplesDay - Monday, October 13

    This Indigenous Peoples' Day take some time to learn about the history of the #WabanakiNations.

    Event: Inter-Tribal drum group #RezDogs drums for Indigenous Peoples' Day

    #AbbeMuseum - October 13, 10:30 - Noon.

    Abbe Museum
    26 Mount Desert Street
    Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

    "About the Photo: John Neptune, Lieutenant Governor (1767-1865). John Neptune was a Penobscot Representative to the Legislature in 1823, 1824, 1831, 1835, 1837, 1844, and 1861, and he was the Lieutenant Governor/Sub-Chief in 1847. Source: Maine State Archives and Maine State Museum."
    - Jocelyn Hubbell, Interpretive Specialist, BPL

    FMI - abbemuseum.org/events/2025/10/

    Select Resources:

    #WabanakiReach page about Indigenous Peoples' Day
    wabanakireach.org/indigenous_p

    Wabanaki Reach educational resources
    wabanakireach.org/educational_

    Online Resource Library by First Light
    dawnlandreturn.org/first-light

    #NativeAmericanHistory #MaineFirstNations #WabankiHistory #CulturalPreservation #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousNews #MaineEvents #Maine #Dawnland #PeopleOfTheDawn

  44. #IndigenousPeoplesDay - Monday, October 13

    This Indigenous Peoples' Day take some time to learn about the history of the #WabanakiNations.

    Event: Inter-Tribal drum group #RezDogs drums for Indigenous Peoples' Day

    #AbbeMuseum - October 13, 10:30 - Noon.

    Abbe Museum
    26 Mount Desert Street
    Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

    "About the Photo: John Neptune, Lieutenant Governor (1767-1865). John Neptune was a Penobscot Representative to the Legislature in 1823, 1824, 1831, 1835, 1837, 1844, and 1861, and he was the Lieutenant Governor/Sub-Chief in 1847. Source: Maine State Archives and Maine State Museum."
    - Jocelyn Hubbell, Interpretive Specialist, BPL

    FMI - abbemuseum.org/events/2025/10/

    Select Resources:

    #WabanakiReach page about Indigenous Peoples' Day
    wabanakireach.org/indigenous_p

    Wabanaki Reach educational resources
    wabanakireach.org/educational_

    Online Resource Library by First Light
    dawnlandreturn.org/first-light

    #NativeAmericanHistory #MaineFirstNations #WabankiHistory #CulturalPreservation #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousNews #MaineEvents #Maine #Dawnland #PeopleOfTheDawn

  45. #IndigenousPeoplesDay - Monday, October 13

    This Indigenous Peoples' Day take some time to learn about the history of the #WabanakiNations.

    Event: Inter-Tribal drum group #RezDogs drums for Indigenous Peoples' Day

    #AbbeMuseum - October 13, 10:30 - Noon.

    Abbe Museum
    26 Mount Desert Street
    Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

    "About the Photo: John Neptune, Lieutenant Governor (1767-1865). John Neptune was a Penobscot Representative to the Legislature in 1823, 1824, 1831, 1835, 1837, 1844, and 1861, and he was the Lieutenant Governor/Sub-Chief in 1847. Source: Maine State Archives and Maine State Museum."
    - Jocelyn Hubbell, Interpretive Specialist, BPL

    FMI - abbemuseum.org/events/2025/10/

    Select Resources:

    #WabanakiReach page about Indigenous Peoples' Day
    wabanakireach.org/indigenous_p

    Wabanaki Reach educational resources
    wabanakireach.org/educational_

    Online Resource Library by First Light
    dawnlandreturn.org/first-light

    #NativeAmericanHistory #MaineFirstNations #WabankiHistory #CulturalPreservation #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousNews #MaineEvents #Maine #Dawnland #PeopleOfTheDawn

  46. [Thread] The tickets for this event aren't cheap, but I hope they find some patrons to support the cause!

    "The #WabanakiAlliance will host our third annual #Nihkaniyane: Let’s Go Forward Together event, a celebration of our friendships and alliances, from 5-7:30 PM on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at the Smith Center for Education and Research, Wolfe’s Neck Center, Freeport. Honorees will include John Banks and Brianne Lolar, both of the Penobscot Nation, and Emma Soctomah, of the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Motahkomikuk.

    "The Wabanaki Alliance formed in 2020 when the #HoultonBand of #Maliseet Indians, #MikmaqNation, #PassamaquoddyTribe, and #PenobscotNation joined together to work to improve upon the 1980 Maine Indian Claims #SettlementAct (#MISCA) and educate the public on tribal histories and communities.

    "Over the past five years, we have achieved significant milestones, demonstrating the power of persistent advocacy and strong partnerships. We have seen improved relations with the state government, fostering a more collaborative environment for dialogue and progress. Our bipartisan efforts have been crucial in building bridges across political divides, ensuring that the critical issues facing the Wabanaki Nations resonate with a broad spectrum of policymakers. These successes include advancing key legislation that strengthens tribal jurisdiction and increasing public understanding of Wabanaki inherent rights. We have laid essential groundwork, moving closer to true self-determination.

    "This gathering is where we will celebrate our progress, discuss future strategies, and strengthen our collective voice. Donations will allow us to expand our advocacy efforts in Augusta and Washington D.C., and invest in community-led initiatives that focus on economic development, health, education, and cultural preservation within the Nations. The support will also help us reach wider audiences to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Wabanaki history, rights, and contributions, particularly through our upcoming community outreach initiatives."

    FMI and to donate and/or purchase tickets:
    wabanakialliance.com/nihkaniya

    #MaineTribes #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousSovereignty #Dawnland #Wabanaki #MaineEvents

  47. [Thread] The tickets for this event aren't cheap, but I hope they find some patrons to support the cause!

    "The #WabanakiAlliance will host our third annual #Nihkaniyane: Let’s Go Forward Together event, a celebration of our friendships and alliances, from 5-7:30 PM on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at the Smith Center for Education and Research, Wolfe’s Neck Center, Freeport. Honorees will include John Banks and Brianne Lolar, both of the Penobscot Nation, and Emma Soctomah, of the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Motahkomikuk.

    "The Wabanaki Alliance formed in 2020 when the #HoultonBand of #Maliseet Indians, #MikmaqNation, #PassamaquoddyTribe, and #PenobscotNation joined together to work to improve upon the 1980 Maine Indian Claims #SettlementAct (#MISCA) and educate the public on tribal histories and communities.

    "Over the past five years, we have achieved significant milestones, demonstrating the power of persistent advocacy and strong partnerships. We have seen improved relations with the state government, fostering a more collaborative environment for dialogue and progress. Our bipartisan efforts have been crucial in building bridges across political divides, ensuring that the critical issues facing the Wabanaki Nations resonate with a broad spectrum of policymakers. These successes include advancing key legislation that strengthens tribal jurisdiction and increasing public understanding of Wabanaki inherent rights. We have laid essential groundwork, moving closer to true self-determination.

    "This gathering is where we will celebrate our progress, discuss future strategies, and strengthen our collective voice. Donations will allow us to expand our advocacy efforts in Augusta and Washington D.C., and invest in community-led initiatives that focus on economic development, health, education, and cultural preservation within the Nations. The support will also help us reach wider audiences to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Wabanaki history, rights, and contributions, particularly through our upcoming community outreach initiatives."

    FMI and to donate and/or purchase tickets:
    wabanakialliance.com/nihkaniya

    #MaineTribes #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousSovereignty #Dawnland #Wabanaki #MaineEvents

  48. [Thread] The tickets for this event aren't cheap, but I hope they find some patrons to support the cause!

    "The #WabanakiAlliance will host our third annual #Nihkaniyane: Let’s Go Forward Together event, a celebration of our friendships and alliances, from 5-7:30 PM on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at the Smith Center for Education and Research, Wolfe’s Neck Center, Freeport. Honorees will include John Banks and Brianne Lolar, both of the Penobscot Nation, and Emma Soctomah, of the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Motahkomikuk.

    "The Wabanaki Alliance formed in 2020 when the #HoultonBand of #Maliseet Indians, #MikmaqNation, #PassamaquoddyTribe, and #PenobscotNation joined together to work to improve upon the 1980 Maine Indian Claims #SettlementAct (#MISCA) and educate the public on tribal histories and communities.

    "Over the past five years, we have achieved significant milestones, demonstrating the power of persistent advocacy and strong partnerships. We have seen improved relations with the state government, fostering a more collaborative environment for dialogue and progress. Our bipartisan efforts have been crucial in building bridges across political divides, ensuring that the critical issues facing the Wabanaki Nations resonate with a broad spectrum of policymakers. These successes include advancing key legislation that strengthens tribal jurisdiction and increasing public understanding of Wabanaki inherent rights. We have laid essential groundwork, moving closer to true self-determination.

    "This gathering is where we will celebrate our progress, discuss future strategies, and strengthen our collective voice. Donations will allow us to expand our advocacy efforts in Augusta and Washington D.C., and invest in community-led initiatives that focus on economic development, health, education, and cultural preservation within the Nations. The support will also help us reach wider audiences to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Wabanaki history, rights, and contributions, particularly through our upcoming community outreach initiatives."

    FMI and to donate and/or purchase tickets:
    wabanakialliance.com/nihkaniya

    #MaineTribes #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousSovereignty #Dawnland #Wabanaki #MaineEvents

  49. [Thread] The tickets for this event aren't cheap, but I hope they find some patrons to support the cause!

    "The #WabanakiAlliance will host our third annual #Nihkaniyane: Let’s Go Forward Together event, a celebration of our friendships and alliances, from 5-7:30 PM on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at the Smith Center for Education and Research, Wolfe’s Neck Center, Freeport. Honorees will include John Banks and Brianne Lolar, both of the Penobscot Nation, and Emma Soctomah, of the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Motahkomikuk.

    "The Wabanaki Alliance formed in 2020 when the #HoultonBand of #Maliseet Indians, #MikmaqNation, #PassamaquoddyTribe, and #PenobscotNation joined together to work to improve upon the 1980 Maine Indian Claims #SettlementAct (#MISCA) and educate the public on tribal histories and communities.

    "Over the past five years, we have achieved significant milestones, demonstrating the power of persistent advocacy and strong partnerships. We have seen improved relations with the state government, fostering a more collaborative environment for dialogue and progress. Our bipartisan efforts have been crucial in building bridges across political divides, ensuring that the critical issues facing the Wabanaki Nations resonate with a broad spectrum of policymakers. These successes include advancing key legislation that strengthens tribal jurisdiction and increasing public understanding of Wabanaki inherent rights. We have laid essential groundwork, moving closer to true self-determination.

    "This gathering is where we will celebrate our progress, discuss future strategies, and strengthen our collective voice. Donations will allow us to expand our advocacy efforts in Augusta and Washington D.C., and invest in community-led initiatives that focus on economic development, health, education, and cultural preservation within the Nations. The support will also help us reach wider audiences to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Wabanaki history, rights, and contributions, particularly through our upcoming community outreach initiatives."

    FMI and to donate and/or purchase tickets:
    wabanakialliance.com/nihkaniya

    #MaineTribes #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousSovereignty #Dawnland #Wabanaki #MaineEvents

  50. [Thread] The tickets for this event aren't cheap, but I hope they find some patrons to support the cause!

    "The #WabanakiAlliance will host our third annual #Nihkaniyane: Let’s Go Forward Together event, a celebration of our friendships and alliances, from 5-7:30 PM on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at the Smith Center for Education and Research, Wolfe’s Neck Center, Freeport. Honorees will include John Banks and Brianne Lolar, both of the Penobscot Nation, and Emma Soctomah, of the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Motahkomikuk.

    "The Wabanaki Alliance formed in 2020 when the #HoultonBand of #Maliseet Indians, #MikmaqNation, #PassamaquoddyTribe, and #PenobscotNation joined together to work to improve upon the 1980 Maine Indian Claims #SettlementAct (#MISCA) and educate the public on tribal histories and communities.

    "Over the past five years, we have achieved significant milestones, demonstrating the power of persistent advocacy and strong partnerships. We have seen improved relations with the state government, fostering a more collaborative environment for dialogue and progress. Our bipartisan efforts have been crucial in building bridges across political divides, ensuring that the critical issues facing the Wabanaki Nations resonate with a broad spectrum of policymakers. These successes include advancing key legislation that strengthens tribal jurisdiction and increasing public understanding of Wabanaki inherent rights. We have laid essential groundwork, moving closer to true self-determination.

    "This gathering is where we will celebrate our progress, discuss future strategies, and strengthen our collective voice. Donations will allow us to expand our advocacy efforts in Augusta and Washington D.C., and invest in community-led initiatives that focus on economic development, health, education, and cultural preservation within the Nations. The support will also help us reach wider audiences to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Wabanaki history, rights, and contributions, particularly through our upcoming community outreach initiatives."

    FMI and to donate and/or purchase tickets:
    wabanakialliance.com/nihkaniya

    #MaineTribes #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousSovereignty #Dawnland #Wabanaki #MaineEvents