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•Limited Tribal funds•Lack of services•Outdated Infrastructure•Varmints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