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Congratulations Desiree!!

Introducing Miss Utah Navajo, Desiree Benally! 👑
We're thrilled to announce that Desiree has been crowned the new Miss Utah Navajo. A 23-year-old from Ca**ne Mesa, Desiree is passionate about cooking, reading, and pursuing a career in law.
Desiree graduated from New Mexico Military Institute in 2019 and recently earned her associate's degree in Criminal Justice from Utah State University. She's continuing her education at USU to earn a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with a certificate in Law and Society.
Desiree's dream is to attend law school and focus on legal studies in Indian Law.
Join us in congratulating Desiree on this incredible achievement!

Yá’át’ééh!
The Office of Miss Navajo Nation and Miss Navajo Nation would like to present the 72nd Annual Miss Navajo Nation Pageant Schedule for September 2nd- 7th, 2024.

PAGEANT SCHEDULE

SEPTEMBER 02,2024-
•7 AM- SHEEP BUTCHERING COMPETITION
•1 PM- TRADITIONAL FOODS COMPETITION

SEPTEMBER 04,2024-
•9 AM- BUSINESS INTERVIEW COMPETITION
•1 PM - NAVAJO TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE (CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC)

SEPTEMBER 06,2024-
•9 AM- CONTEMPORARY SKILLS & TALENT
• 1 PM- TRADITIONAL SKILLS & TALENT

SEPTEMBER 07,2024-
• 5 PM- MISS NAVAJO NATION 2024-2025 CORONATION

— ALL EVENTS WILL BE HELD AT THE NAVAJO ARTS & CRAFTS ENTERPRISE TENT IN WINDOW ROCK, AZ.

OMNN and Miss Navajo Nation would like to invite you all to come and visit this year’s 72nd Annual Miss Navajo Nation Pageant to cheer on the six young ladies representing their communities and families. OMNN would like to thank all pageant sponsors for your support and dedication to this year’s pageant. We thank each of you wholeheartedly for your participation and partnership. We look forward to seeing you all and have a great day!

Don't miss the 2nd Annual Indigenous Men's Conference on September 19th 2024 in Montezuma Creek Utah. Connect with your community and learn from inspiring speakers. Learn more at www.twinwarriorwellness.com

Registration opens at 8am, we'll see you there!

UNHS EMS We Are Navajo Hozho'go Iina 365 Iina Bihoo'aah Program

Join us for the 45th Annual Miss Utah Navajo Pageant on Thursday August 29th 2024 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the Whitehorse High Auditorium in Montezuma Creek UT! Meet the current title holder, Miss Gneiss Capitan and the future Miss Utah Navajo. With special live performance by Navajo legend, Mr Billy Crawley II
Witness a night of traditional talent and empowerment as our incredible contestants compete for the coveted title. This ticketed event is just $5 at the door but for those who can't join us in-person we'll be FB live streaming the event!
A bit of history: The Miss Utah Navajo Pageant has been a cherished tradition for 45 years celebrating the beauty intelligence and cultural pride of Navajo women in Utah.
Show your support! A huge thank you to our amazing Sponsors, Partners & Volunteers: Montezuma Well Service, the Capitan Family, Weaving Cultures Media Cultural Fire Events We Are Navajo Iina Bihoo'aah Program Program and Utah WHS DECA.
Don't miss out! Visit our website www.missutahnavajo.com for more information and stay tuned for the live stream link!

Come on out. Saturday, August 31 @ 9am.

It's almost fair season! What are things you love about Fall?

Artist highlight: "National Navajo code talkers day 💛"
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Today we honor the Navajo Code Talkers, heroes whose bravery and ingenuity helped turn the tide of World War II.
80 years ago, the first 29 Navajo Code Talkers created an unbreakable code that confounded the enemy. Their legacy of service and sacrifice continues to inspire us today. Their story is one of courage, resilience, and unwavering dedication to their country. Their contributions to American history will never be forgotten.

Join us for a FREE Narcan training on Thursday, August 8th at 3pm!

Learn how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer Narcan, a life-saving medication. Free Narcan will be available to all participants.

Be a hero and help save a life!

CARRYING THE MESSAGE UNHS 2024 SUBSTANCE USE CONFERENCE

UNHS Behavioral Health invites you and your family to learn about aftercare outpatient treatment, healing with family, coping after trauma, and staying involved in recovery efforts.

Topics:

Breakout Sessions
Recovery Methods
Harm Reduction
Trauma & Substance Use

Date: August 9, 2024
Time: 8am to 6pm
Location: Montezuma Creek Community Health Center, 2nd Floor, Conference Room

Lunch provided!

SPECIAL GUEST: Comedian James Junes

Speakers:

Paul Frank, SA Counseling/Education
Stephan Hiatt, MS, APRN, PMHCNS-BC
Utah Probation
Tribal Community Re-entry Court Team

Scan Code To Register!

For more information: www.unhs.org (435) 678-0269 [email protected]

Join us for a FREE Narcan training on Thursday, August 8th at 3pm!
Learn how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer Narcan, a life-saving medication. Free Narcan will be available to all participants.
Be a hero and help save a life!

Join us for a FREE Narcan training on Thursday, August 8th at 3pm!

Learn how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer Narcan, a life-saving medication. Free Narcan will be available to all participants.

Be a hero and help save a life!

Montezuma Creek - August 09 UNHS Substance Abuce Conference

Join us for the Utah Navajo Health System Substance Use Conference! ️
Friday, August 9th, 2024 ⏰ 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Montezuma Creek Community Health Center, 2nd Floor Conference Room

This event is for YOU! Whether you're an individual seeking help, a family member supporting a loved one, or a professional working in the field, this conference has something for everyone.

Learn about:
- Aftercare outpatient treatment
- Healing with family
- Coping after trauma
- Staying involved in recovery efforts

We'll also have:
- Breakout sessions on recovery methods, harm reduction, trauma & substance use
- Lunch provided!
- A special guest speaker, comedian James Junes!
- CEUs available

Help us spread the word! Share this post with your friends, family, and colleagues.

Register today!

For more information:
Visit our website: www.unhsinc.org
Call us at (435) 678-0269
Email us at [email protected]



P.S. Don't miss the comedy hour with James Junes from 5-6 PM! This is a great opportunity to learn and laugh while gaining valuable resources.

We're bringing Narcan training to the community! Join us on Tuesday, August 8th at 3pm at the Iina Bihoo'aah Program Building. Learn how to make a difference in the fight against opioid addiction.

Iina Bihoo'aah Program Hozho'go Iina 365 Utah Navajo Health System, Inc.

Be a Hero: Learn to Save a Life with Free Narcan Training
💥Tragically, opioid overdose is a reality for many. But YOU can make a difference!
🔹️Join us for a FREE Narcan training on Thursday, Aug 8th at 3PM at the Program building in Montezuma Creek, UT
🔹️Learn to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer Narcan, a life-saving medication.
- Learn how to save a life
- Free Narcan
- Easy to use
- No needles involved
🔹️Free Narcan is available for all participants!
Special thank you to our partner:

Join us for Info Days happening at all of the Dine College sites. Does your organization have information that needs to be given out to the public? This is a great event to join to promote your programs. Do you need to register for Fall 2024? This is a great event to attend and meet with advisors, financial aid and admissions.

Scan the QR code for registration. Any questions please reach out to the Office of Outreach and Recruitment.

See you there!

Have you heard of CONNECT?
Are you a student looking for scholarship opportunities outside of the College Fund?
Are you a graduate looking for an internship or job to jumpstart your career?
Are you a Native or Native supporting organization looking to post your job?
Looking to connect with mentors at the College Fund, professors from your alma mater TCU or other Native professionals?

Join us today at CONNECT with the College Fund at https://collegefundconnect.peoplegrove.com/! It is our Native focused LinkedIn where you can connect with like-minded professionals and find opportunities for careers, scholarships, professional development, and more. Can't wait to CONNECT with you there!

hey Sho! Calling all Navajo Mountain Youth!

The Iina Bihoo'aah Program is hosting a FREE basketball skills camp on Thursday, June 27th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Navajo Mountain Community School.

This camp is open to all youth ages 6-18 and will focus on:

Leveling up your basketball skills with instructors Coach Ryan and Coach Mo from Brown Performance, Strength and Conditioning
Learning sports agility and conditioning drills
Participating in interactive activities
Hearing special presentations

Registration will be held on site at the Navajo Mountain Community School.

This is a drug and alcohol-free event.
For more information, contact 435-678-0275.

Don't miss out on this fun and informative event!
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The Office of Miss Navajo Nation and Miss Navajo Nation would like to present the 72nd Annual Miss Navajo Nation Pageant Application and Miss Navajo Nation 2024-2025 incentives.

OMNN and Miss Navajo Nation would like to present the opportunities for Miss Navajo Nation 2024-2025 and the possibilities for the upcoming year! Miss Navajo Nation 2024-2025, upon all contingencies fulfilled will receive:

•$7,500 Undergraduate Scholarship or $15,000 Graduate Scholarship
•Year’s Salary with Vision, Dental, and Health Benefits
•Fully Paid Apartment with Utilities in Window Rock during One Year Reign
•Travel as the Navajo Nation Goodwill Ambassador
•Plan and Produce Projects Centered on Assisting our Navajo People

The application deadline is July 12, 2024 @ 8:30 AM DST

We kindly request that you please contact OMNN at (928) 871-6379 or [email protected], for further assistance with application process. Thank you and have a great day!

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Empower yourself this April! Our UNHS Victim Advocacy Program is offering FREE self-defense classes open to all.

Classes will be held on:

▪️Monday, April 15th, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the USU Blanding Arts and Events Center

▪️Wednesday, April 17th, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Monument Valley High School

▪️Monday, April 22nd, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Whitehorse High School

▪️Monday, April 29th, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM at Navajo Mountain High School

Register on-site! Learn self-defense techniques and gain the confidence to protect yourself.

Instructor: Sidiah Parker
For any questions, please contact Ophelia Holiday or Thomasina Holly at (435) 459-1135 or (435) 678-0247.

I hope you all are enjoying the first week of Spring 💐🪻🌸🌼.
As we all know April starts this Monday with April fools day. A day full of jokes 😁and pranks 😄, so be on the lookout 👀. But, many of us might not know that April is also the National Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). It a month dedicated to draw attention to the prevalence of sexual assault and educate individuals and communities about how to prevent it. This year’s theme is “Building Connected Communities.”

Building Connected Communities helps us reduce the likelihood of sexual abuse, assault, and harassment in our communities. We are all a part of a community and being part of a community creates a sense of belonging and reminds us of how our beliefs, choices, and actions affect one another. Racism, sexism, classism, heterosexism, ageism, ableism, and other forms of oppression contribute to higher rates of sexual harassment, assault, and abuse. We must address all abuses of power to prevent sexual violence in our relationships, communities, and society (nsvrc.org).

Our Voices Have Power. Together, We Can Build Safe and Respectful Communities.

With this in perspective we can expand our vision from individual needs to community needs.It is up to us as community members to eliminate and reduce sexual assaults in our communities. It is a sensitive subject that many of us do not like to discuss. It can be uncomfortable and triggering, but it is an important discussion to have. One uncomfortable discussion will help us take one step forward in the prevention efforts against sexual assaults.

UNHS has collaborated with local organizations to provide events to spread the awareness and prevention of sexual assaults through community 5k walk/runs, self-defense classes and more. Attached are the schedules for the 5k Walk/Run and self defense classes. There are other activities being planned and will be shared once they are confirmed. We hope to see you all soon!

Thank you!

Iina Bihoo'aah Program We Are Navajo Utah Navajo Health System, Inc.

Explore the Hozho'go Iina 365 and Iina Bihoo'aah Program, two initiatives that promote health and wellness among residents of the Navajo Nation. Join us in supporting these programs and their positive impact on the community.
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USU students & community members just leveled up their resume game! Yesterday, IBP & Jessica Holiday (University of Utah Native American Outreach Coordinator) hosted a workshop to help everyone build strong resumes. Students learned from bad examples & got actionable tips to make their resumes shine!
Huge Thank you to Denise Tohsonii (Department of Workforce Services) for the awesome brainstorming tools!

Are you ready to take your resume to the next level?

Calling all Utah Navajo and surrounding communities!

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, wisdom, and healing featuring James June on April 3rd at Whitehorse!

✨See the attached flyer for all the details and contact Tazbah at [email protected] with any questions.

Let's create a beautiful and uplifting experience together!

Calling all Utah Navajo High School Youth and Young Adults!
🏅Montezuma Creek - Monument Valley - Navajo Mountain
Don't miss out on this inspiring event featuring renowned mural artist, motivational speaker, and Monument Valley native Orlando Begay!
Join us for the IBP "Healing Your Own Way" tour, where Orlando will share his story and message of self-care and self-love.
Special Guest:
Orlando Begay (a.k.a. O.B.), is a member of the Navajo Nation and a renowned artist. Born into a family of traditional artisans, Orlando's artistic journey began in his early elementary school days. Despite facing challenges, Orlando's passion for art persevered, and he has since become a successful muralist, motivational speaker, and advocate for his community.
Through his work, Orlando aims to raise awareness about contemporary Native American issues, promote healthy lifestyles, and create a positive impact on his communities.
During his attendance at Haskell Indian Nations University, orlando accepted an offer to intern for Ryan Red Corn at Buffalo Nickel Press for a summer. There at Buffalo Nickel Press, orlando learned screen printing, professionalism, and graphic design. After, orlando experimented with custom shoe art (OB Ones custom shoes), which was well-received by the public, and helped O.B. to learn the business side of art. Now, O.B. enjoys working on design work that brings awareness to contemporary Native American issues, healthy events, or anything that can have a positive impact on our communities.