Our Core Values

1. Sovereignty and Self-Determination: We uphold our right to self-determination and the authority to shape our cultural and linguistic identity in alignment with our ancestors' wisdom. 

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2. Community Empowerment: We empower our community to reclaim our language and identity, promoting strength, resilience, and a sense of belonging.

 

3. Intergenerational Healing: We value the importance of healing across generations, fostering understanding and unity between the past, present, and future. 

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4. Cultural Restoration: We are dedicated to restoring the Wôpanâak language as a vital expression of our heritage and identity. 

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5. Spiritual Connection: We embrace the interconnectedness among ourselves, our ancestors, and the natural world, recognizing the bonds that unite us.