community & educational outreach on the colville reservation by kathy moses

COMMUNITY & EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH ON

THE COLVILLE RESERVATIONBy

Kathy Moses

Communications SpecialistEnvironmental Trust Program

The information superhighway has taken a detour in many rural areas including

the Colville Reservation.

WHY?

•Limited Tribal funds•Lack of services•Outdated Infrastructure•Varmints

• Build strong working relationships • Gain trust and credibility• Be active in community organizations• Be sensitive to traditional and cultural way

What can we do to break down communication barriers?

Nespelem Legion Auxiliary Unit 114

Colville Tribes Susan G. Komen

Race for the Cure Team

Community / Educational Outreach

Earth Day Celebration

Work with local schools.

Community Involvement + Recognition = Success

Colorful, Creative and Educational Brochures

PUBLIC NOTICESThe need for a

Burn Ban in Okanogan County

is evident in Omak, WA

Providing detailed documentation helps answer questions

Protecting our Natural Resources is vital to our existence and becoming educated on what we can do to protect Mother Earth is extremely important to all that share this planet.

Contractor need to know the Tribal Codes and Federal Air Rules for Reservation (FARR).

ENVIRONMENTAL TRUST MISSION

To achieve and maintain a healthy environment with functioning ecological systems including biodiversity, clean water, clean air, and healthy soils required to support plants, animals, tribal values, and subsistence uses.

2014 Native Youth Artist Competition Winners

Air Quality Program gives recognition to

three students at the 5th Annual

Earth Day Celebration

4/22/14

Next Steps• Continue school outreach• Meet with Elders at senior meal sites• Attend meetings in each Tribal

District• Update Tribal Webpage • Provide Air Quality Information on

Wildfire Updates

Thank you!