From UpNorthLive.com:
Tuesday was the first day of the 13th annual Michigan Indian Elders Association, or MIEA.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 4:50 p.m.
BARAGA — Native American elders from across Michigan are in Baraga this week tackling tribal issues.
Tuesday was the first day of the 13th annual Michigan Indian Elders Association, or MIEA.
A drum and flag ceremony welcomed all 12 recognized tribes in the State of Michigan.
While the association is about how elders can make a difference culturally, socially and politically, they’re also working on bridging the gap between elders and youth.
“One of the cultural aspects of the Native American community is that the elders train and teach our youth,” says Robert Menard, MIEA Chairperson. “So they look up to our elders for guidance and that’s a service we’re providing them.”
The MIEA has given out more than $40,000 in scholarships and incentives to help children in school.
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