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Navajo Nation
Paige Soucie

Building a Sustainable Future: Tony Skrelunas on Native Economic Innovation

In this inspiring interview, Tony Skrelunas, Executive Director of the Navajo Nation Division of Development and CEO of Tribe Awaken, discusses how Native communities are embracing sustainable economic solutions. Learn about the shift from extractive industries to culturally rooted practices, the mission behind Tribe Awaken, and how individuals can support Native entrepreneurship. Discover how Native communities are creating a sustainable, culturally connected future.

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November 25, 2024
Jennifer Gastelum

Explore Class 3 Visits Navajo Nation!

Explore’s Class 3’s final journey took participants across Navajo Nation to experience the rich local culture, learn from inspiring leaders, and further their understanding of the many assets that Navajo Nation has to offer!

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June 10, 2024
Aki Sagi

Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month

November is National Native American Heritage Month! It is a celebration of the resilience and achievements of the Native community. Listen to our conversation with Holly Patterson, Business Coach at Change Labs in Navajo and Hopi lands, to learn more.

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November 1, 2023
Jennifer Gastelum

Explore Class 2 Visits Navajo Nation

Explore’s final journey took the class from Flagstaff to Hard Rock, to Monument Valley and back down through Cameron Trading Post; 776 miles and over 13 hours of driving to visit just a few of the many assets that Navajo Nation has to offer. Read more about their final trip.

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June 13, 2023
Aki Sagi

Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month

National Native American Heritage Month starts on November 1st. It is a celebration of the resilience and achievements of the Native community. Listen to our conversation with Germaine Simonson, owner of Rocky Ridge Gas and Market in Navajo Nation, to learn more.

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November 1, 2022

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Apply Today: Explore Class 4

Applications for Explore Class 4 are now open! If you’re a VL alumni who is ready to step out of your comfort zone and travel to different communities across Arizona, we encourage you to apply today!

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