Society of American Indian Government Employees
Honoring Our Ancestors Through Government Service
SAIGE is offering a limited number of scholarships for Native college students to attend the 2018 Training Program,”Sovereignty, Trust and Resilience,” June 11-14, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The scholarships will include conference registration fee, airfare and hotel accommodations.
The Youth Program is open to Native Students between the ages of 18 and 25 who demonstrate they are currently enrolled in good standing at an accredited high school, college or university. Students must be interested in gaining a professional degree and in the possibility of pursuing a career with the federal government. SAIGE invites American Indian/Alaska Native students to submit their application form, letter of reference, proof of school enrollment, and completed emergency medical information form for consideration to attend the conference. A short essay about their interest in government careers and information about themselves is also required.
Completed application packets must be postmarked or electronic copies sent no later than April 30, 2018. To obtain a complete application visit our website at: https://saige.org/youth/youth-track-news/
We look forward to you joining us in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Contact: JoAnn Brant Youth Program Coordinator (202) 564-0375 brant.joann@epa.gov
From Warrior Society Director Danny J. Garceau:
The 2018 SAIGE Military Meritorious Award Program is now posted in the Special Programs/Warriors Society section of our website. This Awards program is open to all military personnel, DoD civilian and government employees who are veterans. Due date for submissions is 6 April 2018. Awards will be presented at the 2018 SAIGE National Training Program in Green Bay, WI.
You can review and download the Nomination form at https://saige.org/warriors-society/
Dear SAIGE Members-
You have received your official ballot via the SAIGE Listserv from our Chair, Fredericka Joseph.
Bios and photos of each candidate can be viewed at www.saige.org under the menu item Board Members/Board Elections. Please take your time to review all the bios prior to voting. Voting will be open from December 10 until midnight Alaska time, December 20, 2017. Thank you in advance for participating in the SAIGE election process.
SAIGE Board Election Instructions
All Lifetime members, and full and student members in good standing may vote in this election. Your dues must be current as of December 10, 2017, in order for your vote to be counted. If you are unsure if your dues are current, contact Phil Hamel at Secretary@saige.org.
There are two Officer and five Board Directors to be elected this year. It is with great appreciation that we list the individuals who have accepted their nomination and are willing to serve if elected.
The Officer positions will be filled by the persons who are listed on the ballot. Director positions will be filled by the nominees who receive the most votes in the Director category until all vacant Director positions are filled. No write-in candidates will be accepted.
NOTE: It is very important to state your full name and location when you email the ballot, if not, your ballot will not be counted. The submitted ballots will be checked against the SAIGE membership list. The results will be compiled and reported to the Board. Upon the Board’s approval, the results will be reported to all members at SAIGE-L along with an announcement posted on our web site. If you have any questions, please contact the Elections Committee Chair at elections@saige.org.
To Vote: Using the ballot sent to you, put an X by the candidate that you wish to elect, save the file and forward it electronically to the Elections Committee. Please vote for only one person for each officer position and a maximum of 5 people for the Board Director at large positions.
Boozhoo! Enigokoodewizig (whole family in the ojibwe language), SAIGE,
Our SAIGE family is comprised of many nations and many cultural traditions. Together, we have shared the past 15 years fulfilling the mission of SAIGE. As part of our community, we are asking for your support as we look forward to a new year. You are SAIGE, you understand the value of what we do Please join us in helping to ensure that it can continue.
Please visit our website at www.saige.org and look for the “Donate to SAIGE” button on the right of the homepage. You may also send a check to Society of American Indian Government Employees ℅ Treasurer Sue Morris, at 17706 N. Peoria, Skiatook, OK 74070.
Where does your donation go?
You receive many requests for your support this time of year. Please remember that SAIGE is completely run by volunteers who do this work because they believe in the mission of SAIGE and the people it serves. The donations SAIGE receives go directly to our programs and operations. Your donation to SAIGE during the month of December can be used as a tax deduction this year to a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
We are most grateful to you for helping keep SAIGE a healthy, viable educational service organization.
miigwetch, pilamaya, wado, thank you!
Fredericka Joseph
Chair, Society of American Indian Government Employees
On behalf of the Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE) I would like to personally invite you to the NCEPS Diversity Summit on Dec 1, 2017 in Silver Springs, Maryland.
SAIGE is one of the six partners that make up the National Coalition for Equity in Public Service (NCEPS). Our partners are: Blacks in Government (BIG), Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE), Federally Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC), National Image, Inc., Federally Employed Women (FEW), and FedQ.
We along with our partners partners are hosting a Free one day Diversity Summit at NOAA in Silver Springs on December 1, 2017. The Diversity Summit will feature an array of Expert and Professional Speakers including:
THIS IS A ONE-DAY FREE EVENT—A Ticket is REQUIRED.
Registration includes one Complimentary Luncheon. A ticket and government I.D. is required to attend the events.
Register Online at: https://nceps-diversitysummit.eventbrite.com
When registering please indicate you are affiliated with SAIGE.
Thank you and I hope to see your there.
Freddie
Chair, Board of Directors
Society of American Indian Government Employees
