Spring 2004, Volume 19, Number 2

Leadership
Reflections on Aotearoa
How Maori Language Immersion Education Inspired Native Educators
by Nicole Adams
A look at one of the world’s most successful models of indigenous education.

Native Voices
How Museums Help Develop Native Leadership
by Genevieve Simermeyer
Tribal museums allow Native people to tell their own stories.

Community Leadership Through Language Acquisition
by Barbara Sorensen
The American Indian Language Development Institute in Tucson, Arizona works to reclaim tribal languages.

Juwan Nuvayokva
All-American Runner
by Ed Odeven
The joy of giving begins at home for Hopi runner Juwan Nuvayokva.

Yes, I Can!
An Educational Journey Through Physical and Learning Disabilities
by Richard Simonelli
Persistence and vision coupled with education allows Maria Barrera to fulfill her dreams.

“Every Day is a Good Day”
A Conversation with Wilma Mankiller
by Nicole Adams
Cherokee leader Wilma Mankiller’s contributions extend far beyond her own tribal community.

Never Say Can’t
by Deenise Becenti
Randall Medicine Bear, Rosebud Sioux, reflects on his leadership journey.

Health and the Environment
An All Too Familiar History
Some Inspiring Initiatives
by Jane Westberg
International educators meet in Australia to discuss ways of improving health care for indigenous peoples.

Anticipating Joyful Girl
by Terresa White
Support for smoking cessation is accessible to Native people.

Arts & Resources
Learning by Listening
An Interview with Joseph Bruchac
by Barbara Sorensen
Abenaki author Joseph Bruchac shares his writing wisdom.

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Into the Wind
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