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Former US Senator Byron Dorgan

And the Center for Native American Youth invite you to attend a public event

“Native American Youth: Changing the Narrative”

With opening remarks from:

Chaske Spencer, Native American Actor, Twilight Saga & Winter in the Blood

in discussion with experts: Jodi Gillette, Standing Rock Sioux, Special Assistant to the President for Native American Affairs;

Valerie Davidson, Yup’ik, Indian health advocate and parent;

Littlebear Sanchez, Lipan/Mescalero Apache Nation, Native youth.

Wednesday, November 19, 2014
12:00 – 1:30 PM EST
One Dupont Circle NW; Suite 700
Washington, DC 20036

Please RSVP here.

Lunch buffet to be served.

Native American youth are too often overlooked in the national dialogue and continue to be misrepresented by negative, race-based stereotypes. In recognition of National Native American Heritage Month, the Center for Native American Youth will highlight priorities for and perspectives on racial equity – including those from young Native people themselves – to inspire policymakers, foundations and other advocates to make Native youth a priority. The panel discussion will be moderated by US Senator Byron Dorgan (ret.) and feature actor Chaske Spencer, a Native youth, and national leaders who are advocating for equity and changing the way the world views tribal nations. A catered lunch will be provided. Please arrive early to serve yourself.

About the Center for Native American Youth
Founded by former US Senator Byron Dorgan, the Center for Native American Youth is a policy program within the Aspen Institute, headquartered in Washington, DC. The goal is to bring greater national attention to the issues facing Native American youth, and to foster solutions. Visit www.cnay.org to learn more.