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06/02/2026

Happy Alice Piper Day! 🌟

Today, June 2nd, we honor the incredible 15-year-old Paiute girl who fought for equal access to education. Her landmark 1924 California Supreme Court victory ended school segregation for Native students across the state, three decades before Brown v. Board of Education.

Here is how you can dive into her legacy today:

Connect: Support the mission and explore resources at the Alice Piper Project: https://ndnz.org/alice-piper-project

Read: Grab the brand-new children's book, Alice Piper Speaks Up, out now from Heyday Publishing.

Watch: Keep an eye out for the upcoming documentary series, People of the West, which features an episode dedicated entirely to Alice’s story of courage. https://peopleofthewest.org/

Let’s keep sharing her story and celebrating a true California hero! 💛

06/02/2026

Let’s Celebrate Alice Piper!

June 2nd is officially Alice Piper Day across California! While we honor the statewide recognition of this young civil rights hero, we are excited to keep the celebration going in her home region.

Following recent community dedication events, such as the one at Big Pine High School, we are thrilled to announce a special book launch and signing for "Alice Piper Speaks Up." This beautiful new book, a part of the Fighting for Justice series, captures the incredible true story of a young Paiute girl whose legal battle helped end school segregation for Native American students in California.

We invite everyone in the Owens Valley and surrounding areas to join us and one of our key community partners, author Sage Andrew Romero, for this momentous premiere.

📍 Owens Valley Paiute Shoshone Cultural Center, 2300 West Line St., Bishop, CA
🕕 Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026 at 6 PM
💡 Light dinner, panel discussion, book sale & signing, and an honor song for Alice Piper.

This event is free to attend. Scan the QR code or visit https://thethirdplace.is/event/alicepiper to RSVP. Come honor local history and the enduring legacy of Alice Piper!

06/01/2026

Every single election is a turning point, and our communities cannot afford to sit on the sidelines. For Indian Country, voting isn’t just a civic duty; it is a powerful declaration of our resilience and our future.
When we show up at the polls, we bring the voices of those unheard with us.

Make Your Voting Plan Today. Don't wait until Election Day. Take five minutes right now to secure your voice: Make sure you register, vote by mail, or know where to vote.

Bring a relative: Let’s look out for our elders and youth. Help a family member register or give them a ride to the polls.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in protecting our lands and communities, and we stand in support of the families they left behind.

Today, our hearts are especially with those who are still Missing in Action. You are not forgotten, and your sacrifice is forever etched into the heart of our community.

05/07/2026

Empowering Our Families, Strengthening Our Future. ✊🏽

We believe that every American Indian and Alaska Native family deserves a path to stability and health. We don’t just advocate from the sidelines; we work on the ground to provide the essential tools our community needs to thrive.

From addressing the needs of Native workers to raising awareness of Alice Piper, and providing others with capacity training, we are here to:

--->Convene: Bringing our people together to share wisdom and resources.

--->Organize: Building systems that work for us, led by us.

--->Advocate: Serving as a voice for those who have been made to feel voiceless.

We are 100% Native-led and committed to breaking cycles of poverty and trauma. To our supporters and partners: thank you for standing with us. To our community: your pride is our strength. Share the image with others!

🔗 Visit us at ndnz.org to learn how you can get involved.

05/05/2026

Today, we stand in solidarity with communities across the country for National MMIW/P Awareness Day. 🌹

By participating in , we honor the victims who have gone missing, been victims of violence, or murdered women, girls, and two-spirit people whose stories demand to be told and whose names must never be forgotten.

Why We Wear Red:
--->To Remember: We hold space for those like Emily Pike and the countless others who should be here today.

--->To Listen: We commit to ensuring that the voices of victims and survivors are heard, valued, and acted upon.

--->To Protect: We pledge to look out for the most vulnerable members of our communities and advocate for the safety they deserve.

--->Justice isn’t just about looking back; it’s about building a future where every person is safe, seen, and supported.

How are you showing up today? Post your photo in red and use the hashtags below to help spread the word. ✊🏽❤️

NativeDevelopmentNetwork *Not our image we share in solidarity

05/01/2026

Do you know the story of Alice Piper? 🎓✨

In 1924, 15-year-old Alice Piper (Paiute) took a courageous stand for her education in Big Pine, California. Her journey paved the way for students across the state, creating a lasting legacy for educational access and equality long before many other historical milestones.

We are proud to celebrate June 2nd as Alice Piper Day. Our mission is to ensure her incredible story continues to inspire future generations and raise awareness about her contribution to California’s educational history.

Want to dive deeper into this local history? Explore our curated lesson plans, reading lists, and community resources through the Alice Piper Project:

🔗 https://ndnz.org/alice-piper-project

04/20/2026

The Native Development Network is still smiling. There is nothing quite like the energy of the community coming together as we did in a visit to a powwow in Arcadia.

To everyone who stopped by to say hello: Thank you. Whether we were catching up with old friends we haven't seen in far too long or meeting new faces for the first time, every connection reminded us why we do what we do. We were especially honored to spend time with:

-->Our Elders: Thank you for your presence and the grounding wisdom you bring to every gathering.

-->The Families: It was a joy to see the next generation out in full force!

-->The Storytellers: We heard some truly "good stories" this weekend—the kind that stay with you long after the tents are packed away.

Reconnecting and visiting is the heartbeat of our work. Thank you for sharing your time and your journeys with us.

Until the next one, we'll see you! 🪶✨

04/19/2026

✨ Community, Culture, and Connection at the Sherman Indian High School Powwow ✨
Our hearts (and our spirits) are full after an incredible time at the Sherman Indian Powwow! On behalf of the Native Development Network, we want to extend a massive thank you to everyone who made this event so meaningful.
🎓 To the Class of 2026
A special "Congratulations!" goes out to the upcoming graduates. Seeing your hard work culminate in this moment is inspiring. Always remember: you are the future leaders we have been waiting for. We can’t wait to see the paths you blaze.
Sharing a quick shout-out to the community that showed up and showed out:
--->To those who stopped by our booth: Thank you for the conversations, the laughs, and for sharing your stories with us. It’s the best part of what we do!
--->To the Tribes represented: The strength and beauty of our diverse nations were on full display. Thank you for bringing your traditions and heart to the circle.
--->To the travelers: We know many of you journeyed from across the country to support Sherman Indian High School and its students. Your presence speaks volumes.
Safe travels home to everyone, and we’ll see you at the next one! 🥁🪶

04/19/2026

✨ Community, Culture, and Connection at the Sherman Indian High School Powwow ✨
Our hearts (and our spirits) are full after an incredible time at the Sherman Indian Powwow! On behalf of the Native Development Network, we want to extend a massive thank you to everyone who made this event so meaningful.
🎓 To the Class of 2026
A special "Congratulations!" goes out to the upcoming graduates. Seeing your hard work culminate in this moment is inspiring. Always remember: you are the future leaders we have been waiting for. We can’t wait to see the paths you blaze.
Sharing a quick shout-out to the community that showed up and showed out:
--->To those who stopped by our booth: Thank you for the conversations, the laughs, and for sharing your stories with us. It’s the best part of what we do!
--->To the Tribes represented: The strength and beauty of our diverse nations were on full display. Thank you for bringing your traditions and heart to the circle.
--->To the travelers: We know many of you journeyed from across the country to support Sherman Indian High School and its students. Your presence speaks volumes.

Safe travels home to everyone, and we’ll see you at the next one! 🥁🪶

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