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We are a Tribal-driven non-profit focusing on American Indian and Alaska Native health in Washington state. We are Resilient. Our ways are Resilient.

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AIHC in the News - Tribal Representatives on Local Boards of Health - American Indian Health Commission DOWNLOAD PDF Vicki Lowe, AIHC’s Executive Director, speaks on a new law that clarifies the role of Washington State Tribes in local boards of health. Click here to read or listen to the story.

AIHC in the News - aihc-wa.com/blog/aihc-in...

08.10.2025 00:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join the next session in our Food Sovereignty Speaker Series on Monday, 9/25 at 12:30 pm to hear from Linda and Luke Black Elk.

Visit our website for more information on how to register, and to watch past sessions.

aihc-wa.com/programs-and...

#foodsovereignty #indigenousfoodsovereignty

19.09.2025 01:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us for the next conversation in our 2025 Food Sovereignty Speaker Series. Our theme this year is A Native Dream - Reconnecting Through Ancestral Teachings.

Register here to join us on June 9, 2025 and 3:40 pm: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2szx6...

02.06.2025 19:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tribal Summit Addresses Opioid and Fentanyl Impact Across Tribes in Washington State - Third Annual Washington State Tribal Opioid Fentanyl Taskforce Summit held at the Cowlitz Indian Tribe during the week of May 19, 2025.

Read our full summary here: aihc-wa.com/blog/wa-trib...

30.05.2025 19:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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17.05.2025 01:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
An electric vehicle plugged into a charging station, with text that reads β€œCharge where you are! $2 million in grants for level 2 charging available July 8!”

An electric vehicle plugged into a charging station, with text that reads β€œCharge where you are! $2 million in grants for level 2 charging available July 8!”

Applications open soon! More grants for level 2 EV charging stations will be available this summer. Public and private entities can apply between July 8 and August 21. Learn more: ecology.wa.gov/about-us/pay...

12.05.2025 17:21 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy Mother’s Day

11.05.2025 18:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're glad you're here; your story isn't over yet.

If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, Native counselors and the Native and Strong Lifeline are there 24/7 to help.

Call 988 and press 4

#worldsemicolonday #yourstoryisntoveryet #cultureisprevention

17.04.2025 00:28 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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On-time vaccination is critical to protect and prevent adolescents and young adults from getting sick. Need more info? Click here for a chart from the CDC or talk to your tribal health clinic or provider for more information.

www.cdc.gov/vaccines/imz...

08.04.2025 16:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In these challenging times, let's brighten the world by sharing the things we love. During our weekly check-in, our staff and consultants shared items that bring us joy. We'd love to hear from you; share something that brings you joy or a picture of you wearing something meaningful in the comments.

26.02.2025 23:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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House Appropriations - TVW Public Hearing: SHB 1273: Improving student access to dual credit programs. SHB 1557: Establishing the Washington guaranteed admissions program and requiring

WA State Legislature - Appropriations Committee has a public hearing today at 1:30 pm where HB 1583 (Traditional Indian Medicines) will be heard. Click here to watch:

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26.02.2025 20:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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AIHC is seeking an artist to design a new logo for our Tribal Assisters program.

Deadline to submit is Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Questions and submissions should be sent to info@aihc-wa.com.

#nativeart #nativeartist #indigenousart #indigenousartist

25.02.2025 17:45 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 6    πŸ“Œ 0
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Vicki Lowe, AIHC Executive Director and Maria Ness, AIHC Legislative Liaison attended the 2025 Members of Color Caucus reception last week.

16.02.2025 03:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
All Nations Rise
YouTube video by Lyla June - Topic All Nations Rise

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11.02.2025 15:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
10.02.2025 04:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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House Health Care & Wellness - TVW Public Hearing: HB 1425: Requiring coverage of pharmacogenomic testing for psychotropic medications. HB 1427: Concerning certified peer support specialists.

Starting at 1:30 today, the House Healthcare and Wellness Committee Public Hearting will be available to watch at this link: www.tvw.org/watch/?event...

On the agenda is HB 1583 - Concerning Medicaid coverage for Traditional healthcare practices.

04.02.2025 20:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Missing Elder:
Name: Besalynn M. James
Case # 20100487
Date Last Seen: 01/21/2025
Report is filed w/the Lummi Police Department
Please call 911 to report information

30.01.2025 15:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
About the American Indian Health Commission in WA State The American Indian Health Commission's goal is to bring wellness to American Indian and Alaska Native communities in Washington State.

Check out our website for information about the American Indian Health Commission (AIHC) - aihc-wa.com/about/

28.01.2025 19:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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