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Gramma Rosita Worl Rocks! Presidential Medal for National Humanities

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Gramma Rosita Worl Rocks!  Presidential Medal for National Humanities

On Oct. 21st: President Joe Biden awarded Sealaska Heritage Institute President Dr. Rosita Worl with a 2023 National Humanities Medal at the White House. Dr. Rosita Worl is an important part of Trickster Company. Her love, her stories, her lessons and her values are the foundation of our mission, vision and why we do what we do. We are thankful for her wisdom, guidance and her love. Sunday family dinners are when we spend time with her to share traditional foods, debate, laugh and hear her many sayings such as "tomatoes don't grow potatoes". Congratulations Gramma! The award, from the...

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Crystal Worl, awarded the 2024 Native American 40 Under 40

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Crystal Worl, awarded the 2024 Native American 40 Under 40

Congratulations to Crystal Worl, for the 2024 Native American 40 Under 40 award.

The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development announced the 2024 Class of Native American 40 Under 40 Award Winners.  Nominated by members of their communities, this prestigious award is bestowed upon American Indians (including Canadian First Nations), Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians who are under the age of 40 and have demonstrated leadership, initiative, and dedication while making significant contributions in their professions and communities.

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