chinook Indian Nation | Chinook Tribe – Cathlamet | Clatsop
The Chinook Indian Nation was essentially declared nonexistent in the eyes of the government. Our nation has been unable to access programs and resources to which federally recognized tribes are entitled. Over the last 20 years, the lack of official recognition has cost economic and educational opportunities and countless lives.
Who We Are – chinook Indian Nation | Chinook Tribe - Chinook …
Our nearly 70-year-old constitution codifies who we are and identifies our five constituent tribes – the Clatsop and Cathlamet (Kathlamet) of present-day Oregon and the Lower Chinook, Wahkiakum (Waukikum) and Willapa (Weelappa) of what is now Washington State.
Recognition – chinook Indian Nation | Chinook Tribe - Chinook …
The Chinook Indian Nation has been fighting for federal recognition for over 120 years. Yet, in recent decades, the U.S. government has continually failed to recognize us as a sovereign nation. As a result, we have been denied access to healthcare, housing, and educational opportunities.
Political history – chinook Indian Nation | Chinook Tribe
The Chinook Indian Nation is not a Federally Recognized Tribe despite years of recognition and interaction with the federal government, Chinook status still remains unclear. 1805 Lewis & Clark arrive in Chinook territory on the North side of the Columbia.
Our Present – chinook Indian Nation | Chinook Tribe - Chinook …
The Chinook Indian Nation is alive and well. Many still speak our language, chinuk wawa, tell our old ikanum (stories), sing our songs, and hold the same ceremonies our ancestors have done for the last 10,000 years.
Council – chinook Indian Nation | Chinook Tribe - Chinook Nation
The Chinook Nation is governed by a nine member Council which includes a Chairman, Vice Chairman and a Secretary/Treasurer. Officers are elected by the General Assembly and serve a three year term. Regular Council members are elected by …
Government – chinook Indian Nation | Chinook Tribe - Chinook …
The governing body of the Chinook Indian Nation shall consist of nine members of the Chinook Indian Nation including a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary/Treasurer. The term of office shall be three years.
FAQ – chinook Indian Nation | Chinook Tribe - Chinook Nation
The Chinook Indian Nation is comprised of the 5 westrnmost groups of Chinookan peoples. Roughly, from Tillamook Head on the Oregon coast and North to Willapa Bay in Washington AND East to about Oak Point. Can enrolled members get medical/dental services at other tribal clinics?
Culture – chinook Indian Nation | Chinook Tribe - Chinook Nation
The Cultural Committee is primarily responsible for the First Salmon Ceremony, the Chinook Winter Gathering, the Chinook Story Gathering, the Tansy Point Treaty Days Gathering, and other tribal cultural events.
Council Members – chinook Indian Nation | Chinook Tribe
Goals while on the Council: Obtaining Chinook restoration. Making sure we keep the doors open at our tribal office. Obtaining social services for our tribal members. Educating and getting support from the public for the Chinook Indian Nations we move ahead.