Latest Calls to Action
The Wabanaki Alliance advocates for legislation and policies that improve the lives of Wabanaki citizens and our neighbors around the state, protect and preserve our environment, and honor tribal history and culture. Find our current calls to action below and learn more about how you can Stand With Wabanaki.
Public Hearings Draw Testimony from Hundreds of Wabanaki Citizens and Allies
Public hearings at the Maine State House on February 19 drew oral and written testimony from hundreds of Wabanaki citizens and allies who support two bills to expand Wabanaki sovereignty.
Take Action to Support Wabanaki Sovereignty
Legislators are considering LD 785 and LD 395, two bills that would expand Wabanaki sovereignty. Tribal leaders and allies are working to pass these important bills and need your help! Learn more about the bills and how you can #StandWithWabanaki in our Take Action Toolkit.
Legislative Tracker: Priority Bills in the 132nd Maine Legislature
The second half of the 132nd Maine Legislature is underway! Check out our Bill Tracker for updates on our priority legislation and find out you can support these bills!
Read the Latest Wabanaki Alliance Newsletter
This latest Wabanaki Alliance newsletter includes updates on new staff, a preview of our legislative priorities, the latest Wabanaki Windows podcast episodes, and so much more.
Learn About the Wabanaki Alliance Coalition
Nearly 350 businesses and organizations that support Wabanaki inherent sovereignty have joined the Wabanaki Alliance Tribal Coalition! See the list of members and find out how your organization or business can help advance the work of the Wabanaki Alliance!
Write a Letter to the Editor
Letters to the editor can help persuade legislators to pass legislation or change policy. Our LTE Guide offers tips to get your started and a list of newspapers.
Alliance Hosts ‘From Treaties to Today’ Panel
This fall, the Wabanaki Alliance was proud to host “From Treaties to Today: Wabanaki Tribal Sovereignty in Maine,” a panel discussion about the Alliance’s work and an overview on the future of sovereignty for the Wabanaki Nations.
Tribal Issues in the News
Read some of the latest news coverage of Wabanaki issues appearing in news organizations across Maine and nationwide.
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Read about Tribal Sovereignty
Learn more about the Wabanaki Nations’ inherent right to self-governance in our resource, Understanding Tribal Sovereignty.
Bill Tracker
Learn about state legislation related to tribal issues in our 131st Maine Legislature Bill Tracker.
Learn about the Coalition
Support Wabanaki sovereignty and our efforts by asking to join the Wabanaki Alliance Coalition.
Letters to the Editor
Find tips for writing an effective letter to the editor and links to newspaper contact info in our LTE Guide.
Reports
Read studies and reports on Wabanaki issues from state and national organizations on our Reports Page.
Legislative Testimony
Read our testimony on state and federal legislation on our Legislative Testimony page.
Scorecards
See how your state legislators ranked on our priority issues during the last session in our Legislative Scorecard.
Fact Sheet
Share information about the Alliance at tabling events and with legislators and policymakers by downloading our Fact Sheet.