Authorization from OPM for SAIGE 2014 NTP!
Greetings!
Here are the documents from the Director of the Office of Personnel Management, Katherine Archuleta, acknowledging that the 2014 SAIGE National Training Program meets the requirements to qualify as an authorized training activity for federal employees. Please utilize these documents when justifying your request to attend the SAIGE 11th Annual National Training Program in June. Director Archuleta has agreed to come and speak at our Training Program this year. Draft agenda will be posted soon.
Early registration ends April 15!
Click on the links below to download the documents in PDF format.
OPM Letter SAIGE 2014
OPM CHCO Memo 4-1-14 
Press Release for National Training Program
Please share this SAIGE Press release with your contacts.Thank you for supporting SAIGE! Click on the link below to download the PDF Document.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Washington, DC, March 13, 2014
Contacts: SAIGE Chair, Susan Johnson, sjohnson08@fs.fed.us
SAIGE Vice-Chair, Fredericka Joseph, 410.802.2190 or freddiejoseph51@yahoo.com
SAIGE 11th Annual National Training Program—Albuquerque, NM
The Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE) will hold its 11th annual National Training Program, Native Pride and Spirit: Yesterday, Today and Forever, at the Isleta Pueblo’s Hotel in Albuquerque, New Mexico, June 9-13, 2014. The training provides forums on the most current issues, opportunities, and challenges facing American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) government employees, the AI/AN tribes and the people we serve. The plenary sessions offer acclaimed and dynamic presenters and the developmental workshops are presented by knowledgeable speakers. Workshops are designed in these areas: Federal Indian Law, Leadership and Professional Development, and Indian Country. Networking opportunities with tribal and governmental leadership abound over the course of the Training Program.
SAIGE hosts an all-expense paid Youth Program designed to develop AI/AN college students into the next generation of leaders and introduce them to prosperous and fulfilling career paths in Government. Recruiters from private and public sectors will have the opportunity to participate as exhibitors, meet the students, and promote career opportunities within their agencies and organizations. Youth Program scholarships are limited, so students are encouraged to apply soon. Applications may be found on the SAIGE website at www.saige.org under Youth Track News.
SAIGE proudly supports its Veterans Program developed for and by veterans that offers training specific to the needs of AI/AN veterans by highlighting available federal benefits and providing attending veterans exposure to varied employment options. The Veterans’ Program facilitates collaboration and partnership opportunities among veterans, agencies that serve them and veterans’ organizations. The Veterans’ Program is open to all SAIGE registrants and is free to local area veterans.
The SAIGE National Training Program early registration fee is $600 online by April 15; $650 to pre-register online by May 27; $700 for on-site registration.
Invest in yourself and your organization! To learn more about all these opportunities and to register online visit us at www.saige.org. Online registration is now available at: http://www.etouches.com/saige2014
Exhibitors may contact Exhibit Coordinator Duane Matt directly at dmatt@osmre.gov or at 303-293-5072 for more information.
The Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE) is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization representing American Indian and Alaska Native Federal, Tribal, State and local government employees. SAIGE was formed to promote their recruitment, retention, equal treatment and advancement within the government and to assist government agencies in honoring the unique Federal-Tribal relationship.
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Nominations for SAIGE Recognition Awards now being accepted
SAIGE has opened its nomination process for its annual SAIGE Recognition Awards.
The purpose of these awards is to recognize agencies and individuals who, through their personal commitment and professional initiative, have made contributions in recruiting, retaining, and providing career advancement opportunities to American Indian and Alaskan Native (AI/AN) employees in the Federal workforce, and who have assisted with the advancement of AI/AN professionals.
AWARD:
Awardees will be recognized and presented the award by SAIGE at the Eleventh Annual SAIGE National Training Program in Albuquerque, NM, June 9-13, 2014.
CATEGORIES:
The following are the categories for the SAIGE Achievement Awards. One award will be awarded for each of the categories:
1. Agency
2. Supervisory
3. Leadership (General Schedule Grades 11-15)
4. General Schedule Grades 10 and below
5. American Indian /Alaskan Native (AI/AN) Committee member
PLEASE CLICK ON THIE LINK BELOW FOR THE NOMINATION PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBILITY & MORE INFORMATION:
2014SAIGE RecogAwardNominFillablePDF
Registration NOW OPEN for National Training Program
SAIGE’s registration site at http://www.etouches.com/saige2014 is now accepting registrations for the SAIGE 11th Annual National Training Program, Native Pride & Spirit: Yesterday, Today and Forever, June 9-13, 2014 at the Isleta Pueblo Hotel in Albuquerque, NM.
The revised flyer with registration link can be downloaded by clicking on this link: SAIGE2014 Flyer 3_10
Updated Flyer for SAIGE NTP
Greetings SAIGE Members and Supporters!
Here is the updated flyer for our National Training Program coming up in June. Please note that the registration costs have been held steady at last year’s price. Next year it is likely that the cost will increase. We anticipate that the registration website should be up and running between March 10- March 15. An announcement will be made when it is operational. The Planning Committee, led by Dorothy FireCloud-Prue and Otis Halfmoon, is working hard on your behalf to put together an outstanding training program that will be well worth your attendance. A draft agenda will be posted on the website soon. We look forward to seeing you. Stay tuned for more information coming!
Click on link below to download flyer:
2014 Flyer 2_24
National Training Program: Save the Date – June 9 – 13
Greetings SAIGE members and supporters!
We are pleased to announce that the 2014 SAIGE Annual National Training Program will take place June 9 – 13, at the Isleta Resort Hotel in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Additional Details to follow –
(NOTE: TAX EXEMPTION – Proof that a charge will be borne by a tribal, federal, or state government or agency or a 501 (c) (3) organization is required for tax exemption. This proof must be received by the Hotel ten business days prior to the actual event for approval. Tax-exempt status with states and with the US Government is not automatically recognized by the Pueblo of Isleta.)
click this link for full size PDF: 2014 Flyer 4_2 opt
SAIGE Save the Date
Election Instructions for SAIGE Members
Greetings SAIGE Membership,
The 2014-2016 SAIGE Elections are now open for voting. You should have received these instructions and your official ballot in Word format through the listserv .
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 10th until December 24th, 2013. Thank you in advance for participating in the SAIGE election process. The 2013 SAIGE Election Committee
SAIGE Board Election Schedule and Instructions:
There is one Officer and four 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 position will be filled by the person who is listed on this 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.
All Lifetime and full members in good standing may vote in this election. If you are unsure if your dues are current, contact SAIGE Secretary Lori Windle at lwindle@osmre.gov. Your dues must be paid no later than midnight December 24, 2013, in order for your vote to be counted. The voting deadline is midnight December 24, 2013. Please email your completed ballot on or before that date and time.
To Vote:
In the ballot you have received, put an X by the candidate that you wish to elect, save the file and send it electronically to: elections@saige.org.
NOTE: It is very important to state your Location and your name 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 via the SAIGE-L listserv along with an announcement posted on our web site. If you have any questions or problems, please contact the Elections Committee Chair at elections@saige.org. Please vote for only one person for each officer position and a maximum of 5 people for the board member at large positions.
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NCAI Congressional Briefing: Derogatory Sports Mascots & SAIGE Position
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT- Melinda Warner
mwarner@ncai.org
PRESS ADVISORY: Ending a Legacy of Derogatory Sports Mascots, Logos, and Symbols – December 5th Briefing
WASHINGTON, DC – The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) is hosting a briefing featuring advocates from the Civil Rights community and representatives from tribal nations and organizations to discuss the devastating effects “Indian” sports mascots, logos, and symbols have on Native American youth and communities. Coordinated through the offices of Rep. Betty McCollum (D-MN) and Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), Congressional Native American Caucus Co-Chairs, and the office of Congressional Delegate Eni Faleomavaega (D-AS), this briefing will give members of Congress, their staff, and the media access to those who have been leading the effort to end this shameful legacy.
The use of racist and derogatory “Indian” sports mascots, logos, and symbols has perpetuated negative stereotypes of America’s first peoples. Rather than honoring Native peoples, these caricatures and stereotypes contribute to a disregard for the diverse cultural heritages of Native people. Usage of this term carries negative historic connotations reminiscent of the eras of termination of Indian tribes and the assimilation of Native people.
The Non-Disparagement of Native American Persons or Peoples in Trademark Registration Act of 2013 (H.R. 1278), was introduced by Congressional Delegate Eni Faleomavaega on March 20, 2013, and has received widespread support and praise from tribal governments, organizations, and individuals. This legislation would amend the Trademark Act of 1946, banning the use of the term ‘Redsk*n’ and canceling the federal registrations of trademarks using that term.
Featured Panelists
- Richard Guest, Staff Attorney, Native American Rights Fund
- Ahniwake Rose, Executive Director, National Indian Education Association
- Jacqueline Pata, Executive Director, National Congress of American Indians
- Suzan Shown Harjo, President, Morning Star Institute
- David Grosso, Washington, DC City Councilmember (Invited)
- Rushern Baker, County Executive, Prince George’s County (Invited)
- Congressional Co-Sponsors, H.R. 1278
When- Thursday, December 5th
Briefing: 3:30 – 5:00 pm
Reception: 5:00 – 6:00 pm
Where – Rayburn House Office Building
B-338 & B-339
For more information, read NCAI’s report: Ending the Legacy of Racism in Sports & The Era of Harmful “Indian” Sports Mascots
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About The National Congress of American Indians:
Founded in 1944, the National Congress of American Indians is the oldest, largest and most representative American Indian and Alaska Native organization in the country. NCAI advocates on behalf of tribal governments and communities, promoting strong tribal-federal government-to-government policies, and promoting a better understanding among the general public regarding American Indian and Alaska Native governments, people and rights. For more information visit www.ncai.org
SAIGE POSITION ON DEROGATORY SPORTS MASCOTS AND TEAM NAMES
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2013 Native American Heritage Month Proclamation & Poster
THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release October 31, 2013
NATIONAL NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH, 2013
2013 Native American Heritage Month Poster
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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
From Alaskan mountain peaks to the Argentinian pampas to the rocky shores of Newfoundland, Native Americans were the first to carve out cities, domesticate crops, and establish great civilizations. When the Framers gathered to write the United States Constitution, they drew inspiration from the Iroquois Confederacy, and in the centuries since, American Indians and Alaska Natives from hundreds of tribes have shaped our national life. During Native American Heritage Month, we honor their vibrant cultures and strengthen the government-to-government relationship between the United States and each tribal nation.
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As we observe this month, we must not ignore the painful history Native Americans have endured — a history of violence, marginalization, broken promises, and upended justice. There was a time when native languages and religions were banned as part of a forced assimilation policy that attacked the political, social, and cultural identities of Native Americans in the United States. Through generations of struggle, American Indians and Alaska Natives held fast to their traditions, and eventually the United States Government repudiated its destructive policies and began to turn the page on a troubled past.
My Administration remains committed to self-determination, the right of tribal governments to build and strengthen their own communities. Each year I host the White House Tribal Nations Conference, and our work together has translated into action. We have resolved longstanding legal disputes, prioritized placing land into trust on behalf of tribes, stepped up support for Tribal Colleges and Universities, made tribal health care more accessible, and streamlined leasing regulations to put more power in tribal hands. Earlier this year, an amendment to the Stafford Act gave tribes the option to directly request Federal emergency assistance when natural disasters strike their homelands. In March, I signed the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act, which recognizes tribal courts’ power to convict and sentence certain perpetrators of domestic violence, regardless of whether they are Indian or non-Indian. And this June, I moved to strengthen our nation-to-nation relationships by establishing the White House Tribal Council on Native American Affairs. The Council is responsible for promoting and sustaining prosperous and resilient Native American communities.
As we observe Native American Heritage Month, we must build on this work. Let us shape a future worthy of a bright new generation, and together, let us ensure this country’s promise is fully realized for every Native American.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2013 as National Native American Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to commemorate this month with appropriate programs and activities, and to celebrate November 29, 2013, as Native American Heritage Day.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand thirteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-eighth.
BARACK OBAMA
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Notah Begay III Foundation expands fight against childhood obesity and type 2 diabetes
The Notah Begay III Foundation (NB3F) has announced it will launch a new
national initiative to expand its fight against childhood obesity and type 2 diabetes for Native American children.
