Issues & Priorities
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Five pillars. One community. A future shaped by the people who live it.
Education
Investing in Our Children
Strengthening the Foundation
Every child deserves access to high-quality education grounded in culture, language, and identity.
- Strengthening Shawash Iliʔi School
- Expanding language revitalization opportunities
- Increasing educational pathways from early childhood through higher education
- Supporting families and educators
Housing
Homes for Our People
Building Lasting Community
Housing is one of the greatest challenges facing Tribal Members today
- Increasing housing availability
- Supporting first-time homeowners
- Expanding pathways for young families
- Long-term planning for future generations
Health & Wellness
Healthy Families, Healthy Nation
Whole Community Wellbeing
Health extends beyond healthcare. A healthy nation requires investment in every stage of life.
- Mental health
- Community wellness
- Access to traditional foods
- Prevention services
- Elder services and support
- Youth development
Food Sovereignty
Reclaiming Our Relationship with Food
Food Is Culture. Food Is Medicine.
Food is culture. Food is medicine. Food is sovereignty.
- Community gardens
- Traditional food access
- Tribal agriculture initiatives (seeing through the promise of a Tribal owned farm)
- Hunting, fishing, gathering, and cultural food education
- Long-term food security planning
Good Governance
Rebuilding Trust
Leadership Through Listening
Strong leadership begins with listening. Leadership is not about being heard — it is about hearing others.
- IBetter communication
- Greater transparency
- Consistent community engagement
- Accountability from elected leadership
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Vision
Making decisions today that strengthen our Nation for generations to come.
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Unity
Working together despite differences to move Grand Ronde forward as a nation.
03
Growth
Supporting every Tribal member through equitable and accessible opportunities.
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Community
Strengthening relationships, belonging, and opportunity for all Tribal Members.
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Integrity
Serving with honesty, accountability, and respect for our Tribal Members.
Let’s Connect
I want to hear from you.
Whether you have a question, concern, or idea for our community’s future, I welcome the opportunity to connect.
Campaign Email
valeria.atanacio@gmail.com
Website
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