BLIHEMICIYE - Make Yourself Strong
Blihemiciye means to make yourself strong and to have courage. The buffalo nation goes against the wind, like how we can go against difficulties in our lives. They show us not to run, but to stand strong. We are the buffalo nation.
(Warfield Moose, Jr.-Lakota)
Do you know a Native youth with a disability who is making himself or herself stronger each day by choosing to navigate disability challenges? Does this youth utilize cultural/traditional teachings and/or practices to increase resilience against hardship? Does this youth inspire you, their family, and/or community? If so, please complete this form to nominate him/her for the Make Yourself Strong Native Youth Disability Empowerment Leadership Award.
Who is Jim E. Warne?
Jim E. Warne is a member of the Oglala Lakota (Sioux) Nation. He is president of Warrior Society Development, LLC and Gen7 Productions. Jim consults with various government agencies, organizations and Tribal Nations. He is currently an Administrative Affiliate for the University of Arizona Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities where he helped create the Circle for Indigenous Empowerment.
NOMINEE CRITERIA:
- Nominee must be a Native person who has a disability, under the age of 30
- Nominee must identify with and have an affiliation with a Tribal Nation
- Nominee must have demonstrated leadership skill in the disability and/or indigenous community
Nominations are open! Please nominate an individual by March 24, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Dr. Kimberly Yellow Robe
Kimberly.YellowRobe@bannerhealth.com
Rosa Rojas Franco
rojasfranco@arizona.edu