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Lakota Word of the Day: Wagmú

By
Dallas
– October 13, 2011Posted in: Featured, Lakota Language Lessons

Wagmú N – sqaush; gourd; pumpkin

(Translation Courtesy of the New Dictionary by LLC)

 A young community member stopping by the office to pick up a pumkin…

Photo Courtesy of our very own Scott Moore

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By
Dallas
– October 12, 2011Posted in: 9 Districts

 

DISTRICT ORGANIZATION

Each district established under this constitution shall elect a president and such other officers as may be advisable to run concurrent with the terms of representatives to the tribal council. The president shall call and preside over councils of the district whenever necessary for the consideration of matters of local interest. The various districts may consult with representatives of the Interior Department on all matters of local interest and make recommendations thereon to the tribal council or the superintendent or Commissioner of Indian Affairs, may undertake and manage local enterprises in furtherance of the purposes set forth in the preamble to this constitution, may levy assessments upon members of the district, may expend moneys in the district treasury for the benefit of the district, may keep a roll of those members of the tribe affiliated with the district, and may exercise such further powers as may be delegated to districts by the tribal council.

 

The actions of the district councils shall not be inconsistent with the constitution and by-laws, and ordinances of the tribe. – ARTICLE VI – DISTRICT ORGANIZATION OST Constitution and By-Laws (Amended 2008)

 

 

Old-Time Camp Circle

 

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Lakota Word of the Day: Mašté

By
Dallas
– October 5, 2011Posted in: Featured, Lakota Language Lessons

Mašté V – It is warm and sunny; sunshine (and not necessarily hot).

(Translation Couresty of the New Dictionary by LLC)

 

Photo taken by our very own Scott Moore – Go Scott!

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Twelve Initiatives

By
zach
– October 4, 2011Posted in: 12 Initiatives, Economy, Education, Environment and Ecosystems, Governance, Health, land use, Language, Model Community Development, Regional Planning Office, Technology Infrastructure, Transportation, Youth

Language

Infuse Lakota language and culture in all aspects of planning for the future.
 
Model Community Development
Create model sustainable communities on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation with quality green housing, businesses, renewable energy options and amenities such as community gardens, recreational opportunities, and services that can serve as a model for future development.
 
Transportation
Provide better connections to communities and job opportunities. Move beyond thinking of transportation as roads and consider multimodal transportation.  Build and maintain infrastructure that supports this goal.
 
Health
Bolster programs for physical health (including healthy food and active living), mental health, and societal health.
 
Youth
Create youth led engagement that develops leadership, provides opportunities to go out into the world and see working examples of sustainability, and provides activities and support for a broad range of youth on the reservation.
 
Governance
Reform the constitution to be culturally appropriate and capable of supporting the development of our nation.  Implement separation of the judicial branch and strengthen the capacity of the courts.  Increase awareness and knowledge of the importance of being politically active.
 
Economy
Increase access to capital and financing for businesses and homes.  Encourage entrepreneurship, workforce development, and responsible tourism.
 
Environment and Ecosystems
Ensure the quality of the natural environment, including water quality, air, and habitat.  Be prepared to mitigate and adapt to climate changes.
 
Land Use
Create a clear vision for the future land uses throughout the reservation and make the development processes clear.
 
Technology Infrastructure
Increase access to high-speed internet, build technological capacity, and throughout the reservation.
 
Sustainable Development Institute / Regional Planning Office
Coordinate all infrastructure, decision-making, encourage sustainable development, and implement the plan.
 
Education & Outreach
Build capacity, teach culture and share information on current programs.

 

 

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Lakota Word of the Day: ??a?gléška

By
Dallas
– October 3, 2011Posted in: Lakota Language Lessons

??a?gléška NOUN – A hoop, a wheel; a circle.
(Translation Courtesy of the New Dictionary by LLC)

(Photo Courtesy of nativespiritstribalcommunity.com)

 

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