By: Alva Gachupin | Evaluation and Research Dept. Coordinator
The Tribal Data Champion Initiative is presented by University of New Mexico Center for Participatory Research (UNM-CPR) and funded by W.K. Kellogg Foundation. The cohort provides opportunities for Indigenous individuals working in Indigenous communities or organizations to strengthen their evaluation skills by engaging in innovative Indigenous based on co-learning and collaborative of community practice.
The Tribal Data Champions cohort was a great benefit, not only for myself, but for the organization as a whole. The tools and skill gained in building knowledge in Indigenous Data sovereignty methods and methodologies will always be a resource for the Notah Begay III (NB3) Foundation.
The Tribal Data Champion cohort was a space to connect with other organizations with similar goals and objectives in building and strengthening program evaluation and research skills. Through my participation with the cohort, I have built a network of family as a resource to continue the work in strengthening Indigenous evaluation. The cohort creates a network of like-minded individuals to continue this relevant work of going back to our Indigenous ways of knowing.
If you are interested in applying or learning more about the initiative visit https://nas.unm.edu/ for more details.
