Yakama Nation Awtni Shix̱witpamá

03/25/2026

🌸 Yakama Nation Families Spring Break 2026 is here! 🌸

Looking for safe, fun, and cultural activities for your kids during Spring Break?

Yakama Nation Youth Activities has a full week of FREE events for our youth!

These activities are free for youth ages 5–18. Some events have limited space, so make sure to check times and locations on the flyer!

📞 Questions?
Contact Jeremy_Garcia@yakama.com
509‑502‑0621

Let’s make this a fun, safe, and memorable Spring Break for our youth. 💛✨

Please share this post to help spread the word to other families!

03/25/2026

🌟 Áwtni Shixwitpamá Yakama Nation Behavioral Health Community Coalition 🌟

Join us this Today - Wednesday!

Yakama Nation Behavioral Health invites all community members, partners, and programs to our upcoming Community Coalition Meeting. This is your space to learn about current behavioral health efforts, share input, and help guide the work that supports our people.

📅 Date: March 25th, Wednesday
⏰ Time: 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM (Lunch provided)
📍 Location: YN Wildlife & Fisheries Building
🏠 Address: 4690 WA‑22, Toppen*sh, WA 98948
🍽️ Lunch Provided By: ASI

What is the Coalition?
It’s a community-driven meeting where you can learn what Behavioral Health is doing, ask questions, offer guidance, and share what our community needs. Your voice matters and we want you there.

🎧 Don’t forget to check out the YNBH Podcast scan the QR code on the flyer!
📩 Questions? Email: zane_ketchen@yakama.com
Come eat, connect, and help strengthen the wellbeing of our Nation. 💙

03/20/2026

🚨 SAVE THE DATE MMIP SYMPOSIUM 🚨

Hosted by Yakama Nation Áwtni Shixwit Iníit “Sacred Healing Home”

Join us for a powerful gathering focused on uplifting families, strengthening community response, and honoring our Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives.

🗓 May 28, 2026
📍 Legends Casino Hotel – Event Center, Toppen*sh, WA
✨ “No More Stolen Sisters, Brothers, or Two‑Spirit Relatives”
✨ More details and full agenda will be announced soon.

🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/5p2dHBwu6z2DLRL26

For questions, email: ynmmip@gmail.com

03/18/2026

🪶 Mending Broken Hearts: Youth Healing Program

Our young people carry stories, strength, and sometimes heavy experiences. Mending Broken Hearts Training for Youth offers a safe, supportive space to begin healing from unresolved grief and the impacts of Historical and Intergenerational Trauma including the lasting effects of the Boarding School era.

🌱 Who Can Join
Youth ages 14–18

📍 Location
Apas Goudy Community Center
617 LaRena Lane, Wapato, WA 98951

📅 Dates & Time
April 23 – June 25
Every Thursday
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

🧡 Facilitators
Sheila Eyle & Jasmin Arquette
📞 Contact
jasmin_arquette@yakama.com
sheila_eyle@yakama.com
509‑865‑5121 Ext. 7607

This program strengthens our community by helping youth reconnect, process, and move forward with cultural grounding and support. Encourage a young person in your life to join.

03/12/2026

🔥✨ 2nd Annual Youth Wellness & Leadership Conference! ✨🔥

Registration is NOW OPEN!
Join us for a full‑day event dedicated to empowering our youth, building strong leaders, and creating space for healing, culture, and community strength.

🌟 What’s Happening?
A powerful, in‑person youth conference where you can:
• Learn how historical trauma impacts our communities/identities
• Build real‑life resilience + wellness skills
• Explore leadership tools to create positive change
• Turn your own experiences into strengths for advocacy

📅 When & Where
Monday, June 8, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Legends Casino Hotel Event Center – Toppen*sh, WA
🍽️ FREE breakfast & lunch for youth and chaperones!

🚀 Who Should Come?
Youth, parents, educators, mentors, and community leaders ready to support the next generation of strong, grounded leaders.

🔗 Register Now (Spots Are Limited!)
Secure your spot today:
👉 https://forms.gle/7crWa5qFVJsTjKrr7
Scan the QR code or click the link don’t wait!

03/11/2026

🚨 Vendor Registration is NOW OPEN! 🚨

Join us at the 8th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference
June 2, 3 & 4, 2026 Legends Casino Hotel in Toppen*sh!

We’re looking for informational, retail, wellness, cultural & craft vendors to be part of this powerful 3‑day event focused on Historical Trauma, Healing & Wellness.

🛍️ 1 table per vendor
🎁 Raffle donation required
⏰ Event 8–5 PM | Setup 7:30 AM
📍 Legends Casino Hotel

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/nUTQAgcjkbcn4K9k9

Questions? Contact Willow Howard
📧 willow_howard@yakama.com
📞 509‑865‑5121 x7609 | 509‑831‑7653

03/10/2026

Courtesy Post: Native Fashion Show Today

🎉 Happening Tonight! 🎉

Join us this evening for Leading by Design – Native Fashion Showcase!

📅 Tuesday, March 10, 2026
📍 Yakima Valley College Kaminski Conference Center
🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM

🎟 Tickets available online or at the door.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/leading-by-design-native-fashion-showcase

Come support Yakama students and celebrate Native creativity and leadership!

03/06/2026

🌿 Yakama Nation stands together with a heavy heart.
During times like these, it’s more important than ever that we lift one another up, stand together, and remind our community that no one has to carry their burdens alone.

Áwtni Shix̱witpamá – Sacred Healing Place, our doors and our hearts are open. If you or someone you care about is in need of support, healing services, or simply a safe place to reach out, we are here for you.

✨ Let’s come together as a community for strength, for healing, and for one another.

If you have any questions or need support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help.

📞 Yakama Nation Behavioral Health
Mon–Fri • 8am–5pm
(509) 865‑5121 x7633 or x7636
511 S. Elm St., Toppen*sh, WA

🧡 You are not alone. We walk this healing journey together.

03/06/2026

🌟 CALL FOR PRESENTERS! 🌟
We are excited to invite presenters to submit proposals for the 8th Annual Yakama Nation Trauma-Informed Care Conference!
If you or someone you know is passionate about sharing work related to Historical Trauma, Trauma-Informed Care, or Healing & Wellness, we encourage you to apply.

📄 Please see the attached flyer for the QR code and direct link to the Proposal Submission Form.

🧡 8th Annual Trauma-Informed Care Conference
📅 June 2–4, 2026
📍 Legends Casino Hotel – Toppen*sh, WA

📌 Presenter Proposal Details
Deadline to Submit: March 27, 2026
Notification of Acceptance: March 31, 2026
If your presentation is approved, we may reach out for additional information.
Required Proposal Information:
• Presenter Name(s)
• Presentation Title
• Abstract of Presentation
• Presentation Outline
• Learning Objectives
• Target Theme: Historical Trauma, Trauma-Informed Care, or Healing & Wellness
• Target Audience
🕒 Proposals will be reviewed for 75-minute breakout sessions during the conference.

🔗 Submit Your Proposal Here:
👉 https://forms.gle/12mBtNBovkUgNCHL9
Please feel free to share this opportunity with colleagues, partners, or community members who may be interested in presenting at the 2026 TIC Conference.

Thanks,
Willow W. Howard
System of Care Director
Áwtni Shix̱witpamá • Sacred Healing Place
📞 Work: 509-865-5121 x7609
📱 Cell: 509-831-7653
📧 ynsystemofcare@gmail.com

03/03/2026

**🌟 Registration Now Open! 🌟 **

**8th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference**

Yakama Nation community members are invited to join us for the 8th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference, happening June 2–4, 2026 at Legends Casino in Toppen*sh, WA.

Conference will focus on:
Day 1: Historical Trauma
Day 2: Trauma Informed Care
Day 3: Healing & Wellness

This powerful three day event brings together community partners, educators, service providers, and families committed to healing, resilience, and culturally rooted wellness.

📅 June 2–4, 2026
📍 Legends Casino Hotel, Toppen*sh, WA
📝 Registration is officially OPEN!

👉 Register here:
https://forms.gle/nSacNYMe5ugVDaJCA
Or scan the QR code on the flyer to register.

For questions, email: ynsystemofcare@gmail.com

We look forward to seeing you there as we continue this important work together. ❤️✨

02/20/2026

SAVE THE DATE 📅

Awtni Shixwitpama “The Sacred Healing Place”
8th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference

We'd like to invites you to the 8th Annual Trauma‑Informed Care Conference, a gathering dedicated to healing, cultural connection, and community strength. 🌿✨

In a time when so many are impacted by trauma, we come together to reaffirm a simple truth: Every person deserves dignity, safety, and respect. Healing happens when we honor humanity in every form. 🤝💛

Join us as we:

🌱 Strengthen trauma‑informed practices
🪶 Center cultural knowledge & community voice
🏛️ Build systems grounded in equity, belonging & healing
🌄 Uplift resilience across all communities

📅 Mark your calendars. More details coming soon.


Any Question Please Email:
ynsystemofcare@gmail.com