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SDSU Tribal Outreach VISTA Member
 
 
 
The “Wokini Initiative,” program title derives meaning from the Lakota word for “new life” or “a new beginning.” Developed by SDSU staff and faculty, as well as various members of the Native American community, the initiative will offer programming and support to citizens of South Dakota’s nine tribal nations. The Wokini Initiative is designed to provide a holistic approach to advancing American Indian student success as well as building effective partnerships with tribal communities of South Dakota.
 
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This listing is currently not accepting applications.



Member Duties : Create a welcoming environment at South Dakota State University for American Indians by increasing SDSU staff knowledge/understanding of Oceti Sakowin (People of Seven Council Fires, known to some as the Sioux Nation) history and culture through training session development, professional development and other learning and networking opportunities. Work includes: Assist project staff by providing logistical support for development of a comprehensive professional development curriculum series for staff and faculty that focuses on Lakota/Dakota/Nakota cultural competency and how to implement culturally responsive practices and strategies; conduct needs assessments, assess American Indian student experience, track projects/activities, compile data and assist in writing quarterly reports. Work with the Wokini Director to research available grant opportunities and assist in writing and submitting grant proposals that will support the mission and goals of the Wokini Initiative.
 
Program Benefits : Health Coverage* ,  Professional Development ,  Training ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Living Allowance ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Health ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Education ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
Community Organization ,  Education ,  Computers/Technology ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  General Skills ,  Communications ,  Writing/Editing ,  Tribal knowledge preferred . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
SDSU Tribal Outreach VISTA Member
Program Start/End Date
07/08/2019  -   07/06/2020
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations SOUTH DAKOTA  
Accepting Applications
From  05/15/2019  To  06/28/2019 
Contact Aimee Ladonski
2001 E 8th St
Sioux Falls   SD   57103
6057823290
aimee.ladonski@sdstate.edu
www.sdstate.edu/wokini
Listing ID 87045

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