Wabanaki Leadership Institute Fellows

Passamaquoddy Indian Township

Lynn works for Maine Indian Education and has a passion for language preservation.

Penobscot Nation

John Bear is the Program Director for the University of Maine’s Native American waiver program and a Professor of Native Studies.

Penobscot Nation

Jan works for the Penobscot Nation Natural Resources Department overseeing both the air and water quality programs.

Penobscot Nation

Awendela is the program coordinator for the Tribe’s Child Support Agency and a member of the Tribal council.

Wolostoq First Nation

Edith works with her Wolastoqiyik Wahsipekuk community on the claims and negotiations team, and on cultural revival projects. And, she writes a weekly chronicle for RadioCanada Indigenous Spaces.

Passamaquoddy Indian Township

Geo is an award-winning Native artisan, teacher, and mentor. They are also a world-class drag performer and a powerful advocate for LGBTQ2S rights.

Penobscot Nation

Maggie is the Chief for the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Sipayik. Prior to becoming Chief, she served two terms as Vice Chief. She also has 20 years’ experience in the field of finance.

Penobscot Nation

Lokotah is a staff reporter and Program contributor with Sunlight Media Collective. He is also a respected social activist and event coordinator.

Mi’kmaq First Nation Eel River Bar

Rosalie works for the Association of First Nations, and is a culture keeper, and youth mentor. She also has a beautiful singing voice.

Passamaquoddy Tribe at Sipayik

Kendra is a Passamaquoddy language scholar who is committed to increasing language immersion in our communities.

Penobscot and Algonquin

Rhonda is the clerk of the Penobscaot Nation Tribal Court. She is a champion of culturally-based restorative justice, who teaches court staff across North America.