Special MECEP Report: Land, Economy, and Tribal Rights in Maine

Special MECEP Report: Land, Economy, and Tribal Rights in Maine

In October 2025, Wabanaki Coalition member organization Maine Center for Economic Policy (MECEP) released a special report, Sovereignty Starts Here: Land, Economy, and Tribal Rights in Maine.Drafted in consultation with Wabanaki leaders, the report provides an...
Alliance Hosts ‘From Treaties to Today’ Panel

Alliance Hosts ‘From Treaties to Today’ Panel

This fall, the Wabanaki Alliance was proud to host “From Treaties to Today: Wabanaki Tribal Sovereignty in Maine,” a panel discussion about the Alliance’s work and an overview on the future of sovereignty for the Wabanaki Nations. The event, held at...
#NotYourMascot

#NotYourMascot

Thanks to years of outreach to Maine schools by tribal leaders, Maine’s LAST Indian-themed mascot was finally retired in March 2019. In May of the same year, Maine became the first state to pass a law banning Native American mascots at all public schools. However,...
Alliance and MEEA Announce Wabanaki Youth Policy Initiative

Alliance and MEEA Announce Wabanaki Youth Policy Initiative

Youth coordinators from Maine Environmental Education Association and the Wabanaki Alliance are partnering during the upcoming legislative session to offer an exciting opportunity for Wabanaki youth, ages 16 to 22. We’re looking for Wabanaki youth passionate...