On September 30, 2024, the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Domestic Violence program hosted the 2nd Annual Every Child Matters Walk in Lincoln, Nebraska at the Capitol Building. Participants were encouraged to wear orange to raise awareness. After the walk, a lunch and learn was hosted at the Indian Center. Check out all the photos on our Flickr: https://lnkd.in/giaFXD3p
Ponca Tribe of Nebraska
Government Administration
Niobrara, Nebraska 1,035 followers
About us
Today, the Ponca Tribe is in the process of restoration as is so aptly expressed by its mission statement: We, the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska, in order to restore all rights previously held by our people and their descendants, promote peace, prosperity, happiness, and the general welfare of the citizens of our Tribe and our posterity: to exercise home rule, to conserve and perpetuate all worthy traditions and cultural elements of our people long established by customs; to improve our social order; to protect our rights as individuals; to promote business enterprise, both cooperative and individual; to promote educational opportunities for all Northern Ponca people; to consolidate our land holdings; and to provide for the inheritance of both real and personal property. Currently, the main concerns of the Ponca Tribe are twofold: 1) To provide for the needs of its people, namely, through the programs offered by the Tribe 2) To preserve what remains of its culture. Although lacking any land base, the Tribe does have designated “service area" counties: twelve in Nebraska, one in South Dakota, and two in Iowa. The Tribe also has office sites located in Niobrara, Norfolk, Lincoln, and Omaha, in Nebraska, and Carter Lake and Sioux City office in Iowa.
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https://linktr.ee/poncatribeofne
External link for Ponca Tribe of Nebraska
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Niobrara, Nebraska
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1990
- Specialties
- Medical Services, Dental, Behavioral Health, Domestic Violence, and Social Services
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Employees at Ponca Tribe of Nebraska
Updates
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On September 29, 2024, Lincoln Public Schools hosted a Dedication ceremony at Chief Standing Bear High School in Lincoln, Nebraska, where descendants, members, and the community were invited to honor and recognize the legacy of Chief Standing Bear. Speakers included LPS Superintendent Dr. Paul Gausman, Standing Bear High School Principal Sue Cassata, Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Chairwoman Candace Schmidt, Culture Director Ricky Wright. Jr., and member and Language Instructor Charlie Iron Thunder. Check out all the photos on our Flickr: https://lnkd.in/ghfwgKs6.
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Let’s take a moment to honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of all Indigenous communities. As the original stewards of this land, their legacies continue to inspire us today. Commit to listening, learning, and uplifting Indigenous voices. Together, we can work towards healing and reconciliation. Stand with us in recognizing the resilience and strength of Indigenous peoples everywhere. #IndigenousPeoplesDay #WeAreStillHere #TogetherWeRise 🪶
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Tribal Home Visiting and Behavioral Health are partnering for donations of hats and gloves. All sizes are welcome! For more information, please contact Jessica Upton at 531.284.3554 or jupton@poncatribe-ne.gov or Candace Walahoski at 531.269.0932 or cwalahoski@poncatribe-ne.gov.
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Join the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska for the annual Restoration Powwow! For the most up-to-date information, follow us on Facebook at: www.facebook.come/PTNPowwow, call: 402.371.8834, or email: rwrightjr@poncatribe-ne.gov.
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Be ready for the next step. The Ponca Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program is funded by a Department of Labor Grant. The Program assists individuals with education and training, job search activities, and employment-related supportive services. Information about hiring events, job listings, educational opportunities, and more is available on the Ponca Tribe WIOA Facebook page at https://lnkd.in/gn4VWs4S. If you are interested in obtaining education and training, contact the WIOA Program to see if you qualify for assistance. The WIOA Staff are: Colleen Plasek - Ralston | 402.315.2765 Bianca Marino - Norfolk | 402.371.8834 Lisa Agans - Lincoln | 402.438.9222
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District 3 Tribal Council hosted a back-to-school event, where members could pick up school supplies, have lunch and Kona Ice, get a fresh haircut, learn some basic Ponca language elements from Language Instructor Charlie IronThunder, and check out booths from other tribal departments. Check out all the photos on our Flickr! https://lnkd.in/gxNq32tq
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The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska, in conjunction with Ponca Health Services, Lincoln Youth Lacrosse, Lincoln Rampage Lacrosse, Lincoln Liberty Lacrosse, The Indian Center, and Bryan Health, hosted the 2nd Annual Camp Creator's Game Classic, where native youth had the opportunity to learn more about the cultural significance of lacrosse and to play a Creator's Game with youth lacrosse players throughout Nebraska. Check out all the photos on our Flickr! https://lnkd.in/giaFXD3p
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District 2 Tribal Council hosted a Back to School event for SDA members in Ralston, where students could pick out new backpacks, lunch pales, and socks from the Youth Council. Check out the photos on our Flickr! https://lnkd.in/gxNq32tq
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Ponca Health Services is holding its Annual Health Fair on Saturday, October 5 in Omaha. Learn more about achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with the Ponca Tribe's programs and services, along with booths from many community agencies we partner with. For more information, please contact Candy Schott at 402.315.2768 or at candys@poncatribe-ne.gov.