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the calming effects of this music may help lower your risk for heart disease. Earth Day Plant Music Concert Gentle Giants – This music was recorded with a giant Redwood Tree in Join us for a one- • Hear the available but an unlimited amount of Northern, CA. The Redwood tree was 30 of-a-kind musical different sounds music download cards available for sale. feet in diameter and played the very gen- concert like nothing created by each Waves of Change – This music was tle music that relaxes and warms your you have experi- of the plants recorded on the beach of the Pacific body, mind and spirit. enced before. This playing music. Ocean in Northern, CA with Pixie the Charming Children – This music was year’s event will fea- • Experience Prayer Plant. The data collected suggests recorded with Pixie the Prayer ture 5 different a symphony of Plant and a Lemon Balm Herb. plants playing soothing sounds Teresa Helgeson, Plant Music therapist connecting the The data collected suggests the music and creating as the plants play plant music instrument to plant. tranquil and soothing effects of a concerto for those together to create this music may help hyperactive in attendance. The a concerto. children become calm. concert will be led • Deepen Lavender Spa Package - This by plant music ther- your connection is the first product of its kind apist and sound to nature that uses the hypnotic music of healer, Teresa • Reduce Your the Lavender Plant, Lavender Helgeson. Stress, Anxiety Organic Essential Oils and and Depression Lavender Bath Salts to create an During this event • Boost Your experience that Reduces Stress you will ... Immune System. and Enhances Your Mood. • Learn about You will be this new and enlightened in a upcoming form of way like never For more information about sound therapy and before. this concert & other events the research that WorldBeat Center Staff, Jesimarie, listening to There will visit worldbeatcenter.org or has changed the the music of Black-Eye Thunbergia Flower wall in also be a limited call 619-320-1190 way we view plants. WorldBeat Center’s Community Science Garden number of CD’s The Noise Pollution Project, An Issue of Environmental Justice for Underserved Communities by Teresa Helgeson and Makeda Dread of pollution. However, the Office of Noise Abatement and Control, which What is Noise Pollution? operated under the Environmental Noise pollution is also known as Protection Agency (EPA) was defund- EMBRACES Sound Pollution or Environmental ed in 1981 during the Reagan admin- Noise. The Merriam-Webster istration, which means there has been Dictionary defines noise pollution little focus from the government on as, “annoying or harmful noise (such noise pollution since that time. EARTH as of automobiles or jet airplanes) in an environment.” According to the Noise pollution comes from basically three DAY EPA, “Sound becomes unwanted different sources. when it either interferes with normal activities such as sleeping, conversa- • Industrial Pollution - which con- tion, or disrupts or diminishes one’s sists of heavy machinery used at con- struction sites, mining equipment, Sunday, April 28th quality of life.” drilling equipment, generators, The World Health Organization 1972 and since then noise pollution has 11am - 7pm (WHO) declared noise as a pollutant in been considered one of the main sources SEE Noise Pollution, page 11 See pages 8 & 9 for more information 2 Indian Voices • Spring/Earth Day 2019

(Dine/Comanche) came in Native Like Water Takes to the Sea from Oakland, and Marcus Victor Lopez by Norrie (Doc) Robbins Program Leader Marc Chavez (Chumash/Chicano) from Santa (Chicano/Nahua) carefully interwove col- Barbara. Native Like Water, which is an initia- laborative support from the Maritime Science is always part of tive of InterTribal Youth (ITY) and One Museum of San Diego, Wildcoast, and these ITY programs. Wildcoast World BRIDGE 501c3, fulfills its prophesy participant contributions. Mama T, a heal- Foundation’s biologist and con- -- taking native youth out to sea. er and cook came in from Hawaii to feed servationist, Cory Pukini Kumeyaay youth from or having family us healthy fresh food which included brought a remote operated from the nations of Barona, Viejas, Mesa native foods. The 14 member crew on the underwater drone vehicle so Grande, and Santa Ysabel joined other ship felt blessed to be eating so well. Marc the students could observe the inter-tribal youth and educators on the asked participants to bring an important fish and sea floor. He took a schooner “Californian” over the March 23- plant and a song about water. Ukelele in plankton tow and showed the 24 weekend on their first overnight sailing hand, Mama T and stu- microscopic voyage. The ship sailed out into the ocean dents created a new song animals on a Raymond, Cory, Marc, Ashley, Adam and then anchored off Point Loma (‘emat in three languages— computer nylly) for the night. The ocean and its English, Hawaiian, and screen that important medicinal plants with them. breezes were perfect for greeting youth Spanish. Kumeyaay bird was hooked to a micro- The uses of plants as food and medicine who were being reintroduced to ocean songs were proudly scope. UCSD’s are always an important part of Intertribal travel as part of their ancestry. Pods of two shared by local high Astrophysics Professor Youth programs. different species of dolphins interacted school student Daniel Adam Burgasser showed The next programs of Intertribal Youth with them and the ship. Even a whale and Vicaldo of Barona. the stars and talked about involve a two-week camp in July at La sea turtle passed by. Loving supervision of distant galaxies. Geologist Jolla, learning how to kayak and indige- the students was provid- and ethnobotanist Norrie nous science. In August, ITY and Native ed by ITY Lead Volunteer Robbins told the story of Like Water will be joining with other Staff: Kiana Maillet the changing landscape, ocean-based tribes to circumnavigate (Shoshone-Paiute), who how ancestors moved Alcatraz Island as part of a sacred canoe is finishing her doctorate across the ocean, and may journey and the 50th anniversary of the at UCSD, Manny Lieras have brought the most Norrie Robbins & Maya Vicaldo SEE Native Like Water, page 15

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SD08), making the network available to Native Women Not Invisible Not Forgotten About FNX PBS affiliates, community and tribal sta- tions, and cable television service by David Woundedbear targeted by nonnatives because the per- FNX | First Nations Experience is the providers across the country. petrators know the girls are marginalized first and only national broadcast televi- FNX is working diligently to obtain Dayton, OH, April 12- The University and devalued. During their presentation sion network in the U.S. exclusively of Dayton hosted the Women’s Day the panelists described a downloadable channel carriage in as many communities devoted to Native American and World as possible across the country. Currently, Panel: Missing & Murdered Indigenous pdf available which tutors perpetrators Indigenous content. Through Native-pro- Women: Not Invisible, Not Forgotten. on how to effectively pimp indigenous FNX is carried by 22 affiliate stations duced and themed documentaries, dra- broadcasting into 14 states from Alaska Corine Fairbanks of American Indian females. Modeling work, free cell phones matic series, nature, cooking, gardening, Movement of Ohio and invited speakers to New York and has a potential viewing are often used to lure young victims children’s and arts programming, FNX Suzanne Smoke, area coordinator of audience of more than 46 million people trapped in poverty, or in broken homes strives to accurately illustrate the lives Muskoka/Parry Sound (Ontario) Sexual across the United States! New stations where there is alcoholism, violence and and cultures of Native people around the Assault Services, and Carolina few opportunities. are always coming on board, so stay world. 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Native American producers, minimally Tanka products to help you do just that. woman stopped her exhaustive search, This panel discussion comes at a 4,520 were reported as missing. momentous time as Canada’s National “Why is it acceptable to violently Inquiry into Missing and Murdered objectify and exploit another human for Indigenous Women and Girls. It was your pleasure,” says Fairbanks, “and launched in September 2016, and after why are the women and girls denied several delays and extensions, is slated access to traditional ways?” to be presented on April 30 of this year. The panelists addressed the causes of One silver lining to this very dark the violence and exploitation, many of cloud is Suzanne Smoke’s daughter, which have roots in colonial practices Cedar Smoke Ogima Geeziko Kwe. such as “residential schools,” which sep- Cedar is fulfilling her role. She is a Pipe arated children from their cultural iden- Carrier, a Water Carrier and protector in tity in the interest of assimilation into the Anishinaabe teachings she received westernized society. The residential under the late elder Josephine schools are thought to be where the Mandamin. cycles of oppression and violence began. Once the children return from the schools they have a hard time finding a “We wish to plead our own cause. sense of belonging and turn elsewhere Too long have others spoken for us,” for acceptance and love. proclaimed Freedom Journal, the first The presentation stressed the fact that these women and girls are specifically black newspaper in New York in 1824. 4 Indian Voices • Spring/Earth Day 2019

district and many other disadvantaged com- State Leaders Kick Off $100.3M Census munities throughout the state.” On March 29, CCC held a bidders’ con- Push With Call to Ethnic Media, CBOs to ference in Sacramento to share information about the state’s Census 2020 priorities, the Help Get Word Out proposal process, application requirements California isn’t playing around in and project deliverables with interested con- its effort to avoid an undercount tractors and sub-contractors. People who in the 2020 Census. attended could show up in person or patch in through a teleconference line. CCC told interested organizations to sub- by Tanu Henry | California Black Media mit strategic plans by May 2019. Their pro- Governor’s media outreach staff. That determination was clear April 2 posals should include details of how they when the California Complete Count (CCC) would spread the word about the 2020 state – and because of that, we’re also the office assembled a mixed group of stakehold- decennial to the least-likely-to-respond peo- hardest to count in the country.” ers – advocates, state officials, legislative lead- ple in the state and lay out the ways they Research about past undercounts found ers and community members - to kick off an would motivate them to participate. that two demographic groups - immigrants anticipated $154 million statewide public Regina Brown Wilson, executive director and young, usually poor, unmarried women information campaign. The event was held Sandy Close Ex Director Ethnic Media conducts of California Black Media, says she is encour- with children of all races - are overlooked the meeting. exactly one year away from Census Day aged by the steps the governor’s office is tak- most. 2020. Last month, during its second round of ing to address the “solvable” undercount The 10 regional administrative communi- “California is determined to ensure we funding, CCC announced it selected problem. ty foundations that the CCC announced at achieve a complete census count. We’ve start- California Calls, an LA-based community “We Black community leaders and media its quarterly meeting March 12 will be tasked ed early and are committing more resources organization comprised of 31 local grassroots professionals - are committed,” she said. “We with working with the local County than any other state on a robust outreach and groups, to lead its African-American outreach are looking ahead and we are ready to do Complete Count Committees, local commu- engagement effort to reach all Californians,” ahead of next year’s national Census. everything on the front-end, with all the tools nity-based and grassroots organizations to said Ditas Katague, Director, California “My district and California as a whole that we have available to us, to prevent yet help and get the word out. have some of the hardest to count popula- another undercount in the 2020 Census.” Sandy Close, Executive director of Ethnic tions in the country, but we’re going to make Inaccurate Census counts can lead to bil- Media Services is focused on developing an sure everyone counts,” said Speaker of the lions lost in federal funding for states. Those organizational structure to assures that all California State Assembly Anthony Rendon decreases can be far-reaching in disadvan- groups and individuals are counted by the who represents an electoral area in southeast- Census. EMS hosted a contingent of commu- ern Los Angeles. “The Census is coming and nity media-journalists from across the state to it’s important. We all need to use our good strategize and around issues related to he reputations to remind everyone in every ethnic community and the census. community to participate.” Over a dozen media representative met California Calls joined 13 other local com- and conferred with state representatives and munity groups from across the state in the $4 agency heads in the governor’s conference million partnership with CCC. They are room at the State Capital. Regina Brown Wilson, Director Black Media tasked with reaching out to ethnic minorities Prior to the meeting a luncheon was held addresses the group. and other hard-to-count groups to ensure for the media group, which represented a Complete Count – Census 2020. “Our col- maximum participation. cross section of ethnicities Sandy Close, laborative partnerships throughout the state The US Census has always undercounted briefed the group about the strategy for the will make a difference in 2020, which may African Americans and the reasons are mostly James C, Ramos Dem Assemblyman 40 Dist., day and the importance of the gathering. be the most difficult Census count yet for economic. Correctly counting all the individ- Chairman San Manuel Mission Indians educat- The take away was an intense awareness California.” uals in households with multiple or multi- ed the gathering . of the importance of an accurate census To reach the high mark its setting for generational families called “sub families” is a count as well as the responsibility that the itself, the CCC is encouraging ethnic media, major factor. Other variables like families taged communities that need the cash for ethnic media has in demanding that fairness community based organizations and other without permanent housing, incarceration, things like social programs, infrastructure or and equality prevail in the spectrum of life. groups they are calling “trusted messengers” homelessness, homes without broadband schools. The number of Representatives a to apply for bids in a third round of funding subscriptions and low literacy can all come state is allotted in the US Congress is also as it finalizes its Census 2020 communication into play. determined by the Census count. AIWA- AMERICAN push. The office says the new contracts will During the last national survey in 2010 An undercount in California in 2020 be funded from a $22.9 million pot allotted alone, US Census field representatives missed could mean the loss of one seat in the US INDIAN to designated groups called Administrative nearly 800,000 Blacks across the country and Congress. The state has the largest popula- tion in the United States and the highest WARRIORS Community Based Organizations in 10 overlooked roughly 7 percent of all Black ASSOCIATION regions of the state. The second source of children. Other racial and ethnic minorities number of seats - 53 – in the United States funding, $26.6 million, will be channeled have been similarly undercounted as well. House of Representatives. through county administrations. “I represent one of the most undercounted “The 2020 Census will shape California’s All Military So far, the state has invested $100.3 mil- census districts in California,” said future for the next decade,” said Veterans Welcome. lion to support its overall Census outreach. Assemblymember Reggie Jones Sawyer (D- Assemblymember Marc Berman, chair of the Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed an addi- Los Angeles). “It is imperative that we work Assembly Select Committee on the Census. William Buchanan, President “California is a big, bold, beautiful, diverse tional $54 million in the 2019-2020 budget. to change the chronic undercounting of my Call: 1-858-243-8715 cell

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Four Corners Warrior Spirit Conference and improve ways to assist their students, Ceremonies throughout the Nation. Ken patients and individuals involved in each of White states that “This is not only a confer- Ceremony, Diné Nation, Window Rock, Arizona these systems. ence and ceremony; it is a movement A major consideration of the conference throughout Indian Country to heal histori- is how do you combine tradi- cal trauma from an Indigenous perspec- by Ken White, CEO of Native Health Care tional healing with trauma sci- tive, with the input of our elders, and spir- Solutions ence in an Indigenous setting. itual strength from our ancestors.” To address this concern, Mr. Dr. Anthony Pico stated “The Navajo The Roundtable on Native American Ken White, CEO of Native Trauma Informed Initiatives, Native Health Nation group is so talented, well educated, Health Care Solutions LLC, pre- I have never seen so many people who Care Solutions LLC, and the Native sented a model called a Disability Law Center recently hosted this stand out as much as they have done dur- “Traditional Healing Circle” that ing a trauma conference. They sent a mes- event on the Dine’ Nation in Window includes a sweat lodge, hogan, Rock, Arizona on April 4 and 5, 2019. sage loud and clear - that you need to get tipi grounds, shade house, into healing modalities for yourself The purpose of the conference and cere- meeting rooms, kitchen, shower mony is to highlight a holistic healing through the Warrior Spirit.” and bathroom facilities, garden For further information on the Warrior model that combines Indigenous traditional and campground in its design. healing and trauma science to address his- Spirit Movement, please login to This model is available to inter- Ignitingthewarriorspirit.com, or join the torical trauma in Indian Country. The con- Four Corners Warrior Spirit Team ested tribes and organizations to ference recognizes “historical trauma” as a Warrior Spirit Conference and Ceremony develop a combination of west- Homepage on Facebook. condition, and the Warrior Spirit as a reme- Trauma expert; Dr. Anthony Pico, former ern medicine and traditional healing servic- dy for those Indigenous people afflicted by Chairman of the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay alcohol, drug abuse, Indians; and Ms. Tamara domestic violence, depres- Strohauer, Social Work Congressional Black sion and suicide. The con- professor at San Diego ference was attended by State University. These Caucus PAC approximately 140 persons presenters discussed the We can’t allow Republicans to RIG the from throughout the purpose of the Census in California and rob you of your Southwest. This event was Roundtable; causes and representation the third is a series Warrior healing modalities for Census will determine how $675 BIL- Spirit conferences and cere- trauma; the background of LION is spent on Medicaid, Food monies held at the Gila the conferences; and Stamps, the National School Lunch River Indian Community in developed an action plan Education Panel Members Program, the Children’s Healthcare Arizona in April 2018; the with input and recom- Insurance Program (CHIP) and more Viejas Band of Kumeyaay mendations from all par- es rendered through the Traditional Healing each year for the next 10 years. That’s Indians in Alpine, ticipants. Circle. Mr. White explained that these serv- nearly 7 TRILLION DOLLARS over the California in October 2018; The conference was ices are reimbursable through third party next decade. and the Navajo Nation in Dr. Anthony Pico at the Navajo divided into three major sources (Medicaid, I.H.S., Public Law 93- The Census will be taking place exact- April 2019. Nation Code Talkers Memorial, themes – how trauma Window Rock, Arizona 638). ly ONE YEAR from today and Trump is The Dine’ Conference impacts education, health Mr. Dan Press states that the Roundtable trying to rig it with citizenship questions included many presenters care, and the court sys- on Native American Trauma Informed that instill fear in immigrant communi- with an expertise on historical trauma tem. Individual presenters and panel mem- Initiatives is available to partner with tribes ties. 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Photos Rochelle Porter 23rd Annual Jackie Robinson Family YMCA Gala at The Sycuan New Heritage Event Center On April 13, 2019 the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA Gala was held at the Heritage Event Center at Sycan Casino & Resort. Over 500 guest attended and had a great time. The Jackie Robinson YMCA Gala is to award local students headed to College Scholarships and a fundraiser. This year it Tony R. Russell Board Chair announced that the scholars would receive help for a second year for the first time because of the generosity to their sponsors and donors. This year 11 students received scholarships. We would like to say a special thank you to The Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation for your extra generous donation. As always Assemblymember Dr. Shirley N. Weber was in attendance and spoke to the crowd assuring us that she is in the fight for change and fairness to the end. Thank you to longtime constant sponsor: Hunter, McKewon, Saxten, Shadek Family Foundations, and Sycuan Casino & Resort. Other sponsors include Wells Fargo, SDGE, RC Baker, UDW, Farrell Family, San Diego Padres, US Bank, Del Toro Loan Servicing Inc. The San Diego Voice & Viewpont and The San Diego Union-Tribune. Michael Joshua Muse Council Member, Assemblywoman Dr. Shirley Michael Brunker Director Jackie Robinson YMCA, Xusha Brunker thanks everyone for all of your time N. Weber, Xusha Brown Sr. Council Member and Akilan Brown Sr.m Joshua Muse Council Members and Tony R. and support of the Jackie Robinson YMCA. Frizah. Russell Board Chair. San Luis Rey Bakery & Restaurant

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Community Science at Work Featuring Noise Pollution by Berenice Rodriguez Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the partners will co-create a framework and toolkits to inform WorldBeat Cultural Center in San Diego, CA practitioners who want to increase meaningful is happy to announce that thanks to a grant by engagement of diverse audiences through the National Science Foundation, WorldBeat Community Science projects. Cultural Center and the Cornell Lab of Each of the four sites will use different Ornithology, are partnering with other approaches according to the needs of their Community Based Organizations that represent communities. WorldBeat Center for example is underserved communities throughout North focused on addressing noise pollution as an America such as Metro Atlanta Urban Farm, environmental justice issue with air pollution CLUES and the Camp Compass Academy are going hand in hand. WorldBeat Center aims to participating on a national project, “Noise, create awareness on the issue as well to people and birds: Understanding the potential develop a noise refuge space in the form of a for science to benefit historically sound sanctuary inside of WorldBeat Center’s underrepresented communities in authentic Community Science Garden. Metro Atlanta and impactful ways". Other members of the Urban Farm (MAUF) in Atlanta, GA aims on Photo includes some project team members and NSF project include bioacustic engineers, “moving the needle” to get more of our program Officer Ellen McCallie. researchers, graduate students, web designers students from underserved and app developers. communities into STEM We have just begun our first year The goal of the project is to improve equity, programming and careers. in the project and diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in citizen science MAUF will be working hand in hand with his local school are currently from a community perspective by co-creating a districts to directly involve establishing our Community Science project and app on noise teachers and students from his goals with each of pollution that benefits our communities. local high schools. Camp community science Building directly on prior research led by 15 Compass Academy in collaborators. One of community leaders in collaboration with the Allentown, PA is working with our first goals is to city officials to influence the understand how city’s vision plan which includes each of our The poster we presented at the Citizen noise pollution. He will be communities are Science Conference in Raleigh, North Carolina working with various members affected by noise pollution and we want in March was a hit and won the Best Poster of his community from youth to professionals your voice to be heard. In these past months award! Our Challenge: Supporting Equitable to spread an understanding of the issues of we have co-created a survey to give us a better Approaches for Co-Created Scientific noise pollution and the benefits of spending understanding. To participate please scan the Research from the Ground Up was designed time in silence in their local preserves. QR Code or go to the link. To find out more or and illustrated by Marilú Lopez Fretts and won Comunidades Latinas Unidas En Servicio to follow the project please visit us at first place for overall graphic design and tied (CLUES) in St. Paul, MN, on the other hand, WorldBeat Center on Sunday, April 28th from for Best Overall. Representing and interpreting will be working with a selected number of 11AM to 7PM for our 28th Annual Multi- research results through the arts is important youth from Latinx communities to understand Cultural Earth Day Celebration. WorldBeat for Community Based Organizations in the the health impacts of noise pollution in their Center will also be providing monthly updates NOISE Project so that it's easy for all day to day lives. CLUES will seek to empower on the project through the Indian Voices and communities to understand. This is one of the the youth to create an awareness and impact you can also send us an email if you have any examples of how we disseminate our work. on their communities through their ideas and insight or comments to share at goals. [email protected]

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This presentation was on a Americans and Mayans and all of the ancient cultures that Environmental Justice and Earth Day research project that WorldBeat embrace science and art as one. It’s so important that the Center, along with the Cornell dominant culture embraces indigenous science. The ancient by Makeda Cheatom Lab of Ornithology and 15 other Independent Community Based Dogon tribe discovered the star Sirius before western Organizations led for four years to create a better astronomers. A SOARS Protege Shares His Experiences, This year’s 29th Annual Multicultural Earth Day Celebration understanding on how to create authentic, equitable and "Indigenous people were aware of their environment. You can is dedicated to noise pollution, air pollution and environmental inclusive collaborations between informal science institutions see it in their pottery, in their art that reflects geometric justice. WorldBeat Center is very honored to learn and be a part and community based organization. This conference changed designs and patterns. This observation of our natural world is of this movement. We are honoring the Environmental Health our lives forever. This conference solidified the need for people part of our culture. Knowing your environment is part of Coalition for all the work they have done in the underserved of color to engage in science. One of my African teachers science and this was a necessary part of our survival." So it's communities in San Diego. On March 2019, WorldBeat Center explained to me that in our African culture we do not separate an honor to be a part of bringing STEAM for All. Join us Sunday, attended the Citizen Science Conference and took part in a science from art. In fact, all disciplines work together. When he April 28th from 11AM to 7PM for our 29th Multi-Cultural Earth presentation to science and educators. We spoke on why it’s so told me that I had tears in my eyes because I realized it was Day Celebration at WorldBeat Cultural Center and our sister important to include the underserved in STEM programming. true. I thought about Ancient Egyptians, Olmecs, native center, Centro Cultural de la Raza in Balboa Park. 10 Indian Voices • Spring/Earth Day 2019

Here is a blurb American Spring Live Featuring about the broad- cast: For three consecutive nights WorldBeat Cultural Center beginning on Monday, April 29 by Berenice Rodriguez at 8/7c, Nature: American Spring We are so excited to LIVE will present announce that WorldBeat Cultural Center will be fea- tured in an upcoming broadcast by PBS Nature showcasing a Celebrate Urban Birds event, a citizen science project by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. How cool is that? We were invite you to watch us on American so thrilled to of been selected and the Spring Live, Episode 2, on April 30th at 8PM Sunflower Project (San Francisco State on channel the change from winter to spring from University), The Monarch Larva KPBS 2. iconic locations across America in a spe- Monitoring Project (University of cial live broadcast on PBS and Facebook. A big Minnesota Monarch Lab), Track-a-Lilac thank you Join scientists in the field as they make with Nature’s Notebook (USA National to all those real-time observations and discoveries who made about how longer days and warming Phenology Network), and SciStarter this possi- temperatures trigger big changes in (Arizona State University). Head over to ble: ACK plants and animals. pbs.org/americanspringlive to learn To encourage citizen science partici- children who participated had a lot of more. Productions, Thirteen Productions, the pation during the broadcast and beyond, fun bird watching, creating a mural, PBS NATURE AMERICAN SPRING Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Marilu Nature has partnered with several citizen making seed bombs, learning about the LIVE: Lopez Fretts, Os Malandros De Mestre science projects, including Bird Cams appreciation of outdoors through Maasai Touro, Teresa Helgeson, Maasai warrior, Lab and Celebrate Urban Birds (Cornell https://www.facebook.com/PBSNature/vi traditions, drumming, playing capoeira Weldon May, Ole Sankale, Nana Yaw Lab of Ornithology), The Great deos/773160693047674/ and experiencing plant music. One of Asiedu, Farmer Dale from San Diego the best moments was when they were Seed Library, and all the WBC Staff and able to identify a hummingbird nest! volunteers who helped in the garden. Here are a few photos of the event. We Bob Marley Lives Forever by Makeda Cheatom give him and I mailed them to him to New York. I talked to him once and he Bob Marley, a Reggae super star, had a was aware that the package was coming. very short life, but his music is timeless. A week later I called to ask if he had Bob Marley passed on May 11th, 1981. received the package and instructions It was a very sad day for Reggae and his and he informed me that he never did. death changed the sound of the music. I Soon after he was gone to Germany for remember talking to Bob months before cancer treatments. I knew it was really he went to Germany for his cancer treat- cold in Germany and totally different ment. Tony Garnett of Tuff Gong LA from Jamaica, but I knew that the Lion called me and said that Bob Marley of Zion was strong enough to weather any situation. Bob Marley is an inspiration til this day to the liberation to all human beings that are oppressed and downtrodden. His dream was for African Americans to hear his music and message. At that time he had a big white audience. He opened up for the Commodores and really stole the show. He was waiting on a tour with Stevie Wonder called “Hotter Than July”, but he never made the tour because of his illness. Bob Marley passed in Miami, FL amongst his family. On May 11th, 2019 at the WorldBeat Center we are wanted to go to the same cancer clinic celebrating his memorial with an ascen- that Steve McQueen went to in Baja sion concert. Doors open at 8pm with St California, Mexico. Tony G said they felt Croix’s Reggae band, Akae Beka, formally Bob should be somewhere warm with knows as Midnite. Tickets are on sale fresh fruits and veggies. I contacted the and available online on clinic in Mexico and they said Bob need- BrownPaperTickets.com, Reggae World ed to stop any radiation he was taking. in North Park and at WorldBeat Center They gave me instructions and a kit to (2100 Park Blvd, Balboa Park, 92101). Indian Voices • Spring/Earth Day 2019 11

Noise Pollution tion between noise pollution exposure to thousands of seeds and hiding them Taking the community into Continued from page 1 and demographics by analyzing ethnic in the ground to eat later. However, the WorldBeat Center’s Garden will also neighborhoods around the country. The Western Scrub Jay avoided the high bring the benefits of Shinrin-yoku. grinders, road repair equipment and study showed noise levels were consis- noise areas, which means the fewer Shinrin-yoku means “taking in the forest mills just to name a few. tently higher in predominantly Asian, Pinon Pine trees will grow in those areas atmosphere” or “forest bathing.” It was • Transportation Noise – which Black and Hispanic neighborhoods. High studied. It takes decades for a Pinon developed in Japan during the 1980s includes traffic jam noise from poor levels of noise exposure existed in neigh- Pine tree to grow from seedling to a full and has become a cornerstone of pre- urban planning, automobiles, airplanes, borhoods with high levels of poverty and grown tree and fewer seedlings mean ventive health care and healing in railroad trains and mass transit. low levels of education. Co-author of the fewer mature trees which means the Japanese medicine. Researchers primarily • Neighborhood Noise – consisting of study Rachel Morello-Frosch stated, results of noise pollution on the environ- loud music, electronics, sporting events, “This is yet another study that shows ment make last for decades. in Japan and South Korea have estab- concerts, political rallies, household that communities of color bear a dispro- lished a robust body of scientific litera- appliances and electronics, parties and portionate burden of pollution.” What is the Noise Pollution Project? ture on the health benefits of spending outdoor fairs, etc. Thanks to a grant by the National time under the canopy of a living forest. Workplace Exposure Science Foundation, WorldBeat Cultural Now their research is helping to estab- Why is Noise Pollution a Concern? Employees who are exposed to loud Center and the Cornell Lab of lish shinrin-yoku and forest therapy The human ear is extremely sensitive consistent noises are at high risk of Ornithology are partnering with other throughout the world. and never stops working and as such is a developing hearing loss, tinnitus, cardio- Community Based Organizations that The idea is simple: if a person simply permanently open channel for auditory vascular disease and diabetes. Truck represent underserved communities visits a natural area and walks in a information. Our body responds in dif- motors and exhaust systems provide the throughout North America such as relaxed way there are calming, rejuvenat- ferent ways to continual noise like back- majority of noise pollution on the high- Metro Atlanta Urban Farm, CLUES and ing and restorative benefits to be ground noises that we become accus- ways, which puts Truck and mass transit the Camp Compass Academy. The inten- achieved. tomed to. Even when we are sleeping drivers at risk. Other industries with tion is to study community perspectives We have always known this intuitive- the ear is filtering sounds that get high rates of noise pollution include the about noise pollution so we can create a ly. But in the past several decades there processed by the brain that raises blood national Community Science project and aircraft, railroad, construction and the have been many scientific studies that pressure and heart rate. Loud sounds manufacturing industry. APP that benefits our communities. can cause inner ear damage and perma- are demonstrating the mechanisms behind the healing effects of simply nent hearing loss, which makes conver- Birds How can a Noise Refuge Space sation and daily activities more difficult. help? being in wild and natural areas. (some of Excessive or prolonged exposure to A study published in January 2018 this research is available here). For examined the effects of 240 nesting sites It is apparent from the studies noise causes a variety of health prob- already conducted that low income and example, many trees give off organic lems. Previous studies on noise pollution surrounded by natural gas facilities con- compounds that support our “NK” (nat- sisting of gas wells and compression sta- low education levels in neighborhoods show direct links to adverse health con- of color are the highest risk communities ural killer) cells that are part of our ditions such as high blood pressure, tions in northern New Mexico as a way of determining the long term impact affected by noise pollution. This means immune system’s way of fighting cancer. hearing loss, tinnitus, sleep deprivation, they are at a higher risk for adverse The scientifically-proven benefits of stress, anxiety, depression, high blood human created noise has on birds. Their findings, which were nothing less than health conditions like hearing loss, tinni- Shinrin-yoku include: boosted immune pressure, heart disease and lost produc- tus, cardiovascular disease, sleep depri- system functioning, with an increase in tivity in adults. In children, high levels phenomenal showed the birds nesting closest to the noise of natural gas facili- vation, stress, anxiety, depression, dia- the count of the body’s Natural Killer of noise can negatively impact their betes and death. WorldBeat Center (NK) cells, reduced blood pressure, physical and psychological health as well ties displayed signs equivalent to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in intends to create a Noise Refuge Space as reduced stress, improved mood, as their behavior and ability to learn. part of its Community Science Garden. humans. It was more difficult for the increased ability to focus, even in chil- According to a letter written by the The intent of the Noise Refuge Space is birds to hear approaching predators as dren with ADHD, accelerated recovery Board Chairman of the Quiet Coalition to provide a safe haven away from noise in response to an article the New York well as normal sounds causing them to from surgery or illness, increased energy be in a state of hyper-vigilance. Baby pollution for at-risk communities\ in the Times published in July 2017 states, form of a Sound Sanctuary. The Sound level, and improved sleep. “Noise isn’t just a nuisance. It is also a birds grew up smaller in size and with By providing a safe haven that helps small amounts of feathers causing the Sanctuary environment will consist of a health hazard, causing hearing loss, tin- wildlife habitat with plants, birds and alleviate the adverse effects of noise pol- nitus (ringing), hyperacusis (an intoler- survival rate of chicks to diminish. It lution, WorldBeat Cultural Center will was determined that there’s a direct cor- projections soothing sounds that are ance of normal sound levels) and non- assist in improving the health of the relation between noise pollution, abnor- known to decrease the adverse effects of auditory health effects: increases in stress noise pollution. underserved communities we represent. hormones, hypertension, diabetes, car- mal levels of stress hormones and lower diovascular disease and death. survival rates in birds. A report released by the WHO in Plants 2011 states, “there is overwhelming evi- dence that exposure to environmental Everything in our noise has adverse effects on the popula- world is connected and tion’ and ranked traffic noise second what affects one also among environmental threats to public affects another such as health (the first being air pollution.)” plants and trees rely on birds and animals to Who is at Risk? transport pollen from one flower or tree to the next Underserved Communities and to also spread seeds The Environmental Health thereby ensuring the Perspectives journal published a study in plant population and 2017 that focused on the distinction species continues to between exposure to environmental pol- thrive. The bird study lutants and ethnic, racial and economic mentioned above also factors. Joan Casey, the lead author of provided some insightful the study stated, “We’ve known that information on how the poor communities and communities of behavioral changes in the color are likely more exposed to toxic Western Scrub-Jay popu- landfills and air pollution, but until now lation affected the Pinon we really have not heard much about Pine trees. The Pinon noise pollution.” The UC Berkley Pine trees rely on the Jay researchers discovered a direct correla- population to spread its seeds by taking hundreds 12 Indian Voices • Spring/Earth Day 2019 An Environmental Justice Powerhouse Newly Established California Tribal Chairpersons’ Association Announces Executive Board by Makeda Cheatom water. Carmen Milagros Vélez Vega from Puerto Rico let us know that they were Sacramento, CA, April 9, 2019 – On • Dale Miller - Chairman of Elk Powerful Environmental Justice advo- still struggling to have resources spread Tuesday, April 9, 2019, the Southern Valley Rancheria was elected Member at cates and citizen scientists rolled into to all parts of the island including water California Tribal Chairmans’ Association, Large of the CTCA. Raleigh, NC. WorldBeat Center was and power in low-income neighbor- • Kevin invited on a scholarship from hoods. Miss Margaret Gordon has been Day - Environmental Justice division of the Oakland’s advocate and is known all Chairman of Citizen Science Association. Wow, it was over the country for her environmental Tuolumne the most powerful conference I’ve ever justice work in air quality and she don’t Band of Me- attended. It was an honor to present play. One of the most powerful speakers Wuk Indians during our symposium with my grant was Dr. Beverly Wright from New was elected colleagues. The Cornell Lab of Orleans with over 30 years of experience Member at Ornithology was there in full effect as in the environmental health and justice Large of the well as a whole heap of environmental movement. What a knowledgeable CTCA. advocates. woman! When asked what her biggest “The mis- It was mind-blowing to see Natives, obstacle was in her career she stated sion of the African Americans, and Latinx fighting racism. Another power African American CTCA is to for their communities’ health and well- scientist was Dr. Sacoby Wilson, (left to right): Dale Miller, Chairman of Elk Valley (CTCA Member at large), promote being. Here are some of the movers and Kevin Day, Chairman of Tuolome (CTCA Member at large), Michael Hunter, unity and shakers in Environmental Justice from Professor of the School of Public Health Chairman of Coyote Valley (CTCA Vice Chairman), Bo Mazzetti, Chairman of at the University of Maryland-College strength by scientists to advocates. Viola “Vi” Rincon (CTCA Chairman), Erica M. Pinto, Chairwoman of Jamul Indian Village advocating for Park. There were many other African (CTCA Secretary), Garth Sundberg, Chairman of Trinidad Rancheria (CTCA Waghiyi of the Yupik Tribe in Alaska all California American STEM professionals, it was treasurer). enlightened us about how her tribe has Indian people. amazing. been dying out from rare forms of can- Central California Tribal Chairpersons’ As my father taught me, it is important I invite you to look up some of their cer developed from toxins that have Association and the Northern California to improve the lives for future genera- ended up in their food and water. She names and get to know their works. I’m Tribal Chairpersons’ Association joined tions and to pursue a path that younger informed us most pollution comes from really humbled by the work they do. forces to formally establish the California tribal leaders can follow, like our tribal the military bases and that they are not After the four day Citizen Science Tribal Chairpersons’ Association elders did for us” stated Bo Mazzetti, accountable. She said it’s been several conference I left inspired and empow- (CTCA), a state-wide organization estab- Chairman, CTCA. years with no ice and it’s affecting their ered with a deeper meaning for the lished to collectively address critical Representing sovereign tribal govern- local wildlife. Can you imagine, the Noise Pollution project WorldBeat issues facing Tribes in California. ments throughout the entire state with Bering Sea and Bering Strait of Alaska Center is working on. The works of At its inaugural meeting, the CTCA one voice, this influential organization with no ice? Nayyirah Shariff from Flint, these advocates inspired us to dedicate met in Sacramento to adopt bylaws, vote will work collaboratively with other trib- MN said that not much had changed in our Multi-Cultural Earth Celebration to and elect the Executive Board consisting al organizations on all fronts to find Flint and many people still didn’t have Environmental Justice. Join us as we of the following members: solutions and bring resources to Tribal access to clean water and are being salute San Diego’s EJ leaders, the • Bo Mazzetti - Chairman of Rincon nations. affected by the lead and toxins in the Environmental Health Coalition. Band of Luiseno Band of Indians was “The California Tribal Chairpersons’ elected Chairman of the CTCA. have united to create an association that • Michael Hunter - Chairman of the represents every region of the State of No Spiritual Surrender Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians was California” stated Michael Hunter, Vice- Chairman, CTCA. The Warrior Spirit is a spiritual move- not politicians or politics. With this elected Vice Chairman of CTCA. • Erica M. Pinto - Chairwoman of the ment not a political agenda. In fact the approach whatever needs to come forth About the California Tribal Chairpersons’ Association (CTCA) more we concentrate on the spirituality of for the people in the future - funding, leg- Jamul Indian Village of California was Formally organized in 2019, the mission of the CTCA is to pro- elected Secretary of the CTCA. tect and promote tribal sovereign government rights, advocate the Movement, and intentionally separate islation, programs, services and facilities - for the general welfare of California Tribes and their cultural it from the politics of the day, the more will be pure and the blessings of our • Garth Sundberg - Chairman of the identity and interests. The CTCA is organized as a resource and successful it will be, because we are put- Trinidad Rancheria was elected Treasurer recognized as a central point for tribal issues in California. Creator and ancestors. For more information and media inquiries contact Erica M. ting the Movement in the Creator’s hands, Ken White of the CTCA. Pinto, Secretary at [email protected].

Yahweh International, Robert Fairchild Jr. Ministries Industrial Workers of We are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the homeless, the the World San addicts, the incarcerated, and the downtrodden Diego General in the Los Angeles & San Bernardino County region(s). Please join us by contributing food, clothing, transportation, monetary Membership donations in whatever means you have to this worthy and worth-while Branch cause. May God bless you and keep you! Robert Fairchild, Jr., Director. MEETS THE THIRD Contact Us: SUNDAY [email protected] of the month at Phone: 800-347-7239 San Diego Education Yahweh International 12100 Wilshire Blvd. 8th Floor 10393 San Diego Mission Road, at noon. Los Angeles, CA 90025 800-347-7239 • 818-693-6592 Indian Voices • Spring/Earth Day 2019 13

NEWS from Las Vegas/Nevada by Kena Adams Carolyn Goodman Will Remain the Mayor of “The Greatest City on Earth,” for Her 6th and Final Term The Goodman’s are a staple of Las Vegas culture, especially downtown. Oscar and Carolyn have exhibited, through their decades of service, to be down to earth, smart and committed people. Carolyn Goodman took the municipal election by a landslide with 8 out of every 10 votes. Even though this Now INSIDE Max Tax • 3940 MLK Suite 103 was the 2nd worse voter turnout in 20 Certified Copies • Resumes/Job Leads years, mayor Goodman will have another Tax Preparation • Notary Service • Mobile Copies and Storage term to make Las Vegas just a tad more fabulous. Her swearing in will be post- poned due to her fight with breast cancer since January. She has been tired but ward to another term with such an amaz- hopes to be sworn in at the City Council ing mayor that truly has Las Vegas and its meeting May 1st. Las Vegas looks for- residents in its best interests. Moapa Honors Child Neglect and Awareness Month Spring brings the CAN parade every contest table. It was great fun for all ages year on the Moapa Band of Paiutes and great information as well as aware- Reservation. Not only is it their annual ness to such an important topic. With parade but also CAN Month. CAN the weather so mild the parade could not (Child Awareness & Neglect) is honored have come at a better time, it has been each year in April. The parade is themed windy for a few parades, but today the with information booths, candy and weather is just perfect. The Moapa band lunch. A few years back I remember cov- of Paiutes have hosted this parade, which ering the parade. The Moapa Tribe pro- runs down Lincoln Street, for 11 years to vided a jumper and fun activities for the date. Thank you, Moapa Band of Paiutes, kids as well for grown-ups. This particu- for 11 years of honoring such an impor- lar year I manned the watermelon eating tant issue that effect’s everyone. 14 Indian Voices • Spring/Earth Day 2019 Walk of the Warrior telling myself one day somebody’s going to say yes . And about three years ago CREEK FREEDMEN by Wolf Diaz they started saying yes. Yippee and the crowd goes wild. There are times when I My heart is full is filled with grati- am filled with fear and worry and I have DESCENDANTS SOUGHT tude and peace. Recently San Manuel to remember when I first started this reservation approved a grant that I wrote nonprofit I was filing forms and sending Muscogee Creek Indian Freedmen Band back in November for Walk with a them to all of the proper government Warrior. The grant was for $5000 and agencies. And I got one back and there is seeking the descendants of Creek the money will be used for our general was a typo. Instead of saying Walk of citizens placed on the operating costs or what’s called core sup- the Warrior it said Walk of the port. Walk of the Warrior is a American Worrior – I could picture a worrier bit- Creek Freedmen Roll from 1896 to 1915. Indian nonprofit outreach program ing his fingernails and sweating walking which serves the needs of alcoholics and down the path in fear. And I realized it addicts on the reservations. I have been was a note from the universe telling me an unsuccessful grant writer for about to make up my mind, what are you a eight years and in that time I learned warrior or a worrier ha ha ha ha ha ha If your ancestors were on this roll, how to be told no hundreds of times. It ha ha ha ha. So when I start worrying I is a very humbling and painful experi- just say God is not fear God is love and write P.O. Box 6366, ence but I never gave up and Kept everything turns groovy. Moore, OK 73153 Maria A. Muhammad is with David for eligibility information. Muhammad at Marina Village. The Southeast San Diego San Diego community leaders and organi- Sustainaibility Coalition were honored zations with allies from throughout the tonight! We received the Community city, region and state to engage and Destiny Six Champion Award!!! empower the community residents, The Southeast San Diego Sustainability increase access to renewable energy and Coalition (SSDSC) is building communi- clean transportation, boost climate Financial Services ty-led momentum around sustainability resiliency and public health, and fight for to ensure that the people of Southeast San “green” local jobs. Diego who are disproportionately impact- Thank you @sdclimateaction, @clean- ed by environmental injustice and techsandiego @bayviewchurchsd @cityof- inequity have the tools and resources they sandiego619 @gridalternatives @greenlin- need to benefit from the transition to a ing @engie @centerforsustainableenergy clean energy economy. @iambkcdc @sparkleboou @daygosun- SSDSC has brought together Southeast shine @mamaishalove @ Marina Village

Joyce Vernon, 89 of Escondido, CA An Elder of the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians passed away Easter Sunday 4/21/19 in Tri-City Hospital Las Vegas Black Image Oceanside, she was born in San Luis Rey CA 4/25/29. Kimberly Bailey She spent her early childhood growing up on her Grand Father Foustino Foussat’s farm in the San Luis Support our Media Sister Rey Valley along with her 10 aunts. She attended Libby 2412 Santa Clara Drive School and Little Flower Academy at Mission San Luis Las Vegas, NV 89104 Rey and Graduated Oceanside High School “Pirates” Class of 1947. She was proceeded in death by her sister Betty Jane Valenzuela of San Juan Capistrano, her mother Helen Yanis Foussat and Father Salvador Carranza. She leaves behind her daughter Diania Caudell, son Mel Vernon, one nephew, For advertising opportunities contact: BLACKROSE COMMUNICATIONS three grandchildren and two great granddaughters. Email: [email protected] • Website: www.IndianVoices.net (619) 534-2435

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Paving Great Futures presents Bobby Wallace The 4th Annual Youth Hip Hop and Leadership Summit Shining The Light Saturday June 15, 2019 On Our Future If you are between the ages of 12 & 17 join us for Leaders SD’s Youth Rap Contest & Panel Discussion What a great 2 days listening to future leaders, me and lil Free Event • 12pm-5pm Joshy at Tedx. Steak time now!!!! Conrad Prebys Student Union - SDSU Campus Have a great weekend pavinggreatfutures.org • 619-308-6595 spiritual warriors, press on!!!!!! Walk Against Drugs & Domestic Violence The Great Kumeyaay Nation Save the Bees & Climate Change Gathering Peach Springs, Arizona People of the Earth May 18 - May 20, 2019 The Kumeyaay consist of two related in the late 18th century, bringing with For more details contact: groups, the Ipai and Tipai. The two them non-native, invasive flora, and Mike Whatoname: 928-699-2031 • Monique Alvirez: 928-769-6002 coastal groups’ traditional homelands sep- domestic animals, which brought about Barbara Burnside: 928-313-4490 arated by the San Diego River: the north- degradation to local ecology. Under the ern Ipai (extending from Escondido to Spanish Mission system, bands living near Lake Henshaw) and the southern Tipai Mission San Diego de Alcalá, established Native Like Water (including the Laguna Mountains, in 1769, were called Diegueños. After Continued from page 2 In Loving Memory Ensenada, and Tecate). Mexico took over the lands from Spain, November 1969 Indian Occupation. On The term Kumeyaay means “those who they secularized the missions in 1834, the recent Native Like Water Voyage, par- of Earnestine Johnson face the water from a cliff”. Kiliwa word and Ipai and Tipais lost their lands; band ticipant, Anthony Stultz Osuna (Santa kumeey meaning “man (human being)” or The multi-cultural community of members had to choose between becom- Ysabel) shared the story of his grandfather “people.” Both Ipai/Iipay and Tipai mean ing serfs, trespassers, rebels, or fugitives. being one of the original occupiers of San Diego comes together to express “man (human being) or people. While the worlds nervous system is in Alcatraz. A group of youth are being wel- sorrow and remorse over the recent Kumeyaay territory goes back 12,000 psych lock down todays Great Kumeyaay comed to start building kayaking skills passing of our beloved friend and years with[ land along the Pacific Ocean Nation is developing and solidifying and paddle out of the San Diego Harbor from present Oceanside, California in the alliances with an emerging worldwide twice a month starting in May. They will neighbor. Earnestine Johnson’s ever become part of this next history of present spirituality helped to mold and north to south of Ensenada, Mexico and community of aware, concerned and extending east to the Colorado River The environmentally conscious change agents Alcatraz Island in the land of the Ohlone define the community she lived in. people. To learn more about Native Like Kumeyaay tribe also used to inhabit what fueled with indigenous intelligence and Water, see them on Facebook, Instagram, She will be missed. She has blessed is now a popular state park, known as spirituality, locking arms and minds and or learn details of the spring and summer the ones she has left behind. Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve moving forward toward a healthy bal- programs at www.NativeLikeWater.org Spaniards entered Tipai-Ipai territory anced future with a coinciding leadership.

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