News from Native California Cover Story about Bałas Chonas
The Winnemem Wintu's struggle to protect our (Bałas Chonas) Coming of Age ceremonies from public interference is the subject of the cover story for News from Native California's fall issue
View ArticleFormer Forest Service Attorney: “River closure is legally and morally...
However, over all, the U.S. Forest Service does not do the right thing when it comes to respecting cultural diversity and cultural preservation. You can find the legal justification needed for a...
View ArticleVideo: A Winnemem Mother’s Heartfelt Appeal for a River Closure
"I should be thinking about getting everything ready, like her ceremonial skirt and attire, thinking good thoughts and not worrying about what might happen. . . I'm a little emotional because that's my...
View ArticleChief’s letter to BIA Regional Director: “It’s time for the BIA to stop the...
Winnemem Wintu Chief and Spiritual Leader Caleen Sisk sent a letter to BIA Regional Director Amy Dutschke, urging her to intervene and close the ceremonial land to outsiders from outsiders during our...
View ArticlePress Release: BIA Meeting Will End Chief Sisk’s Twenty-Four Day Fast,...
On Friday, July 6th, Dr. Virgil Akins, Superintendent, BIA of Northern California agreed to meet with Winnemem Wintu Tribal Chief and Spiritual Leader, Caleen Sisk to discuss the issues surrounding a...
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