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A new bill progressing in the Oregon Legislature would allocate staff and resources within the Oregon Health Authority to address the state’s ongoing crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous people. ?? Read more: https://loom.ly/uJ6k7VE

?? Know Your Rights: ICE Encounters ?? If ICE agents come to your door: - You are NOT required to open the door. - Ask for a warrant signed by a judge. Without one, you have the right to refuse entry. - Stay calm, exercise your right to remain silent, and don’t sign any documents until speaking with a lawyer. ?? For support, call: Oregon Sanctuary Promise Hotline: 1-844-924-STAY Washington State Immigrant Rights Project: 1-844-724-3737 ?? Protect yourself and your family. Stay informed and empowered! ?? #KnowYourRights #ImmigrantRights #NAYAActionFund #ICE

Legislative Session Is in Full Swing! The long session is underway, and now is the time to advocate for the changes our communities need. From housing justice to healthcare access, your voice matters! ??? Get involved: - Contact your representatives. - Attend hearings and submit testimony. - Follow key bills impacting our community. Together, we can shape policies that reflect equity and justice for all. #OregonLegislature #WashingtonLegislature #Advocacy #CommunityAction #NAYAActionFund

?? Support HB 1217: Advocate for Housing Justice ?? Washington’s HB 1217 is a vital step toward fair housing policies, including rent caps, fee limits, and stronger tenant protections. These changes are critical to addressing the housing crisis impacting Native communities. ?? Send a Comment to your Legislators ?? Submit Written Testimony ?? Learn More & Get Involved: https://loom.ly/t9vPBdI How to Help: ? Write a letter sharing why rent stabilization matters. ? Testify at the hearing to amplify Native voices. ? Spread the word using #RentStabilizationNow and #HousingJusticeForNatives. Together, we can protect Native families, preserve cultural connections, and create lasting change. #NAYAAction #WALegislature

?? Happy New Year! On behalf of the staff and Board of the NAYA Action Fund, we welcome 2025 with renewed commitment to empowering Native communities, protecting our rights, and shaping a future inspired by the wisdom of our community and ancestors. Together, we can make this year one of bold action, meaningful impact, and transformative change. ???? ?? Sign up for our newsletter and join us in this journey: https://lnkd.in/gCXHqxNr #NAYAAction #IndigenousFuture #Leadership #HappyNewYear

?? This New Year’s Eve, we honor the resilience and wisdom of our community and our ancestors as we step forward with purpose into 2025. Guided by Native leadership and cultural values, we recommit to creating systemic change rooted in community strength, equity, and advocacy. Here’s to a year of empowerment, connection, and progress for Native communities and beyond! ?? #NAYAAction #NativeLeadership #CommunityStrength #2025Vision

?? Breaking News: Historic progress for the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act (S. 1723)! Passed unanimously in the Senate, this bill represents a critical step toward justice and healing for Indian boarding school survivors. Now, the fight moves to the House, and we need your voice to ensure its passage. ?? How You Can Help: Call these House leaders and emphasize the urgency of advancing S. 1723: ? Speaker Mike Johnson: (202)-225-2777 ? Majority Leader Steve Scalise: (202)-225-3015 ? Rep. Tom Cole: (580)-357-2131 ? Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries: (202)-225-5936 Why It Matters: ?? Survivors deserve the opportunity to share their stories. ?? This bill is budget-neutral and refined for bipartisan support. ?? Every conservative Senator approved it. ?? Time is running out this session to make this commission a reality. Your advocacy ensures we honor survivors and build pathways to truth, justice, and healing. ?? Join us today in taking action. Together, we can make history. #TruthAndHealing #S1723 #PolicyForChange #NativeAdvocacy

?? Join Us in Supporting the Truth and Healing Commission Act ?? For over 150 years, Indian boarding school policies caused irreparable harm to Native communities. We now stand at a historic moment to seek truth, healing, and justice. The bipartisan Truth and Healing Commission Act (S.1723/H.R. 7227) aims to: ?? Investigate the impact of Indian boarding schools ?? Honor the children who never returned home ?? Provide a platform for survivors and descendants to share their stories We urge you to: 1?? Contact your Congressional leaders to advocate for a vote. 2?? Share this message and amplify the call for justice. 3?? Support the National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition with a donation. Together, we can honor our ancestors and create a path for healing. Learn more and take action here: https://bit.ly/4goa1S7 #NativeAdvocacy #TruthAndHealing #NAYAActionFund

Portland’s City Council has entered a bold new chapter! In a historic election on November 5, 2024, the Council grew from four to twelve members, with three representatives now serving from each of four newly created districts. This election also introduced ranked-choice voting, empowering Portlanders to prioritize their preferred candidates. ? Curious about the leaders shaping the community? Meet the diverse voices representing each district and leading Portland into a brighter future! ?? #PortlandElections #RankedChoiceVoting #YourVoiceMatters #NativeVote

To everyone who stood with us this #GivingTuesday: Thank you. ?? Your support fuels the fight for equity, justice, and Indigenous-led change. Every donation brings us closer to a future where Native communities thrive, voices are heard, and our rights are protected. If you haven’t had a chance to give yet, there’s still time to join this movement. Let’s make a difference together: https://lnkd.in/gc-hRBBT #ThankYou #GivingTuesday #NativeCommunities #NAYAActionFund