“…Elders are accorded a central role as the primary source of cultural knowledge. It should be understood that the identification of "Elders" as culture-bearers is not simply a matter of chronological age, but a function of the respect accorded to individuals in our communities who exemplify the values and lifeways of our local culture and who possess the wisdom and willingness to pass their knowledge on to future generations.”
“We depend on our Elders as links to our rich heritage. We look to them for advice and knowledge about traditional ways and values based on a life closely tied to the land. With the guidance and wisdom of our Elders Tribal relations will remain strong and our relationship with the land will be preserved.”
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Katie John |
Steven John |
Abbie Sanford |
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Lena Charley |
Jerry Charley |
Ben John |
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Ruby Sinyon |
Jenny Sanford |
Bell Joe |
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Frieda Sanford |
Irene Johnson |
Ben Funk |
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Gene Henry |
Laura Hancock |
Cherry Nicolai |
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Lemmie Charley |
Johnny Nicolai |
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