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Wabanaki Policy Youth Initiative Advocates for Wabanaki Studies Funding
Members of the newly formed Wabanaki Policy Youth Initiative (WPYI) have announced their advocacy for a bill that would strengthen Wabanaki Studies in Maine schools.
Wabanaki Windows: The Wabanaki Alliance
This episode features a discussion on the Wabanaki Alliance, why it was formed, the work it does, and why it matters now. Guests included Maulian Bryant, executive director of the Wabanaki Alliance, and Darren Ranco, a citizen of the Penobscot Nation and chair of Native American Programs and professor of anthropology at the University of Maine.
Support Wabanaki Studies in Maine Schools
Maine legislators are considering funding and final passage of a bill that would help the state come into compliance with a law that requires the teaching of Wabanaki studies in all public K-12 Maine schools. Take action now to pass this bill!
Public Hearings Draw Testimony from Hundreds of Wabanaki Citizens and Allies
Public hearings at the Maine State House on February 19 drew oral and written testimony from hundreds of Wabanaki citizens and allies who support two bills to expand Wabanaki sovereignty.
Wabanaki Windows: Tribute to Charles Norman Shay
Listen to a specially curated episode of Wabanaki Windows, a monthly podcast that airs on WERU Community Radio and is hosted by Donna Loring, a Penobscot Nation Elder and Vice President of the Wabanaki Alliance. This two-part episode, which aired December 24-25, 2025, features a tribute to Charles Norman Shay, a Penobscot citizen, warrior, and hero.
Press Conference Highlights Wabanaki Alliance Legislative Priorities
The Wabanaki Alliance held a press conference on Monday, February 3 at the Maine State House to outline the coalition’s legislative priorities for the second session of the 132nd Maine Legislature.
Learn About the Wabanaki Alliance Coalition
Nearly 350 businesses and organizations that support Wabanaki inherent sovereignty have joined the Wabanaki Alliance Tribal Coalition! See the list of members and find out how your organization or business can help advance the work of the Wabanaki Alliance!
Charles Norman Shay, Penobscot Nation Citizen, Warrior, and Hero
Honoring the life of Charles Norman Shay, Penobscot Nation citizen, warrior, and hero.
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