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Please note that UAII will be closed Friday, July 3 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Have a safe and restful holiday weekend.
We’re excited to gather, celebrate, and welcome everyone to this year’s UAII Pow Wow.
It creates space for culture and connection while giving our community, families, and visitors the opportunity to experience and celebrate Native traditions together in our urban spaces!
We hope to see you there!
✨ Meet Our People`s Home Pow Wow Head Staff!
We`re honored to introduce Head Young Woman Cha$haxwene-t ClearHands!
A descendant of the Kupaanxywichem/Cupeno people and the Northern Ute Tribe, Cha$haxwene-t has been dancing since she learned to walk. Her passion for Fancy Shawl, Jingle Dress, and traditional Bird Dance reflects a lifelong commitment to honoring her culture and sharing her medicine with communities across Indian Country.
Please join us in welcoming Cha$haxwene-t and thanking her for sharing her knowledge, spirit, and aloha with our community. We are grateful to have her serve as Head Young Woman at this year`s UAII People`s Home Pow Wow. ❤️🪶
This weekend, our UAII team had the honor of traveling to Okmulgee, Oklahoma, the capital of the Muscogee Nation, to connect with the urban Native community, share resources, and build new relationships.
Our goal was simple. To let relatives know that if they have family, friends, or loved ones in the Los Angeles area, UAII is here to support them. Every conversation, every shared story, and every new connection helps strengthen the circle between our communities.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to visit with us!
🥫💙 No one should have to choose between food and other basic needs.
Our free food distribution is an ongoing effort to support individuals and families in our community. Whether you need a little extra help or know someone who does, we`re here for you. Together, we can build a stronger, healthier community—one meal at a time.
Thank you to our volunteers, partners, and supporters who make this continuous giveaway possible. Your generosity helps us serve our neighbors with dignity and compassion.
📍 Follow our page for upcoming distribution dates, times, and locations.
Join the UAII WDD Community Career Development Cohort Series, a four-part workshop designed to help you build confidence, strengthen your job search skills, and prepare for your next career opportunity.
📅 Workshop Schedule
• July 8: Writing a Resume (Zoom) | 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
• July 15: Network Building (Zoom) | 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
• July 22: Dress for Success & Time Management (Zoom) | 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
• July 31: Mock Interviews (In Person) | 11 AM to 12 PM
📍1453 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
✨ Open to all community members. RSVP here: https://ow.ly/HHHZ50ZibfH
🎓 UAII Workforce participants must attend all four sessions to receive a certificate and participant incentive.
Questions? Contact William Jackson at wjackson@uaii.org
Step into this week with strength in your heart and purpose in your path.
Our ancestors remind us that true strength is found in resilience, in community, and in continuing forward even when the journey isn`t easy. You`ve got this, relatives. ❤️🪶 #MondayMotivation
The countdown is on! In just one month, we’ll gather in community to celebrate culture, tradition, dance, music, and connection at the UAII Powwow.
Whether you`re attending your first Powwow or returning year after year, we invite you to join us with an open heart and respect for the traditions that make these gatherings so special. As we get closer, take a moment to review our Powwow Etiquette Guide to help create a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for everyone.
🪶 Respect the circle
📸 Be mindful when taking photos
👧 Children must be supervised
🤝 Honor dancers, elders, and regalia
🚫 No drugs or alcohol on the grounds
We can`t wait to see our relatives, friends, and community members come together for an unforgettable weekend.
Language is more than communication. It carries identity, history, teachings, and the stories of our ancestors.
This month, we`re highlighting the Mvskoke language of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. While the language is endangered, ongoing revitalization efforts are helping preserve and strengthen it for future generations through immersion programs, community classes, digital learning tools, and youth education initiatives.
Every word spoken helps keep culture alive. Every lesson learned helps ensure Indigenous knowledge continues to thrive.
Swipe through to learn a few Mvskoke words and phrases, discover the importance of language preservation, and see how the Muscogee Nation is working to protect this vital part of their heritage.
🚨 BOYLE HEIGHTS FIRE RESPONSE 🚨
UAII is actively supporting community members affected by the Boyle Heights Fire.
Our team is providing food assistance, N95 masks, resource navigation, and community outreach support to those impacted. UAII outreach vans are also deploying supplies to areas where help is needed most.
If you know of a family, elder, or neighborhood that needs support, please contact us so we can connect resources where they are needed.
📞 For support: (213) 804-6141
Current shelter information and transportation resources are available in this post. Please swipe through for important updates and safety guidance.
UAII remains committed to caring for our community during this time.
Join us on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at California State University, Los Angeles for a day of culture, community, dancing, singing, and connection.
We are currently accepting applications for:
✨ Arts & Crafts Vendors
✨ Non-Profit & Informational Booths
📍 California State University, Los Angeles
🕙 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Arts & Crafts Vendor Fee: $150 + $50 raffle prize
Non-Profit/Informational Booths: FREE
Please review all application materials carefully before submitting. Completed application packets and required documents should be emailed to vedwards@uaii.org. See the link in our bio to download the application!
For vendor information and questions, contact:
📞 (213) 202-3907
📧 info@uaii.org
🌐 uaii.org
In observance of Juneteenth, UAII will be closed on Friday, June 19. We wish everyone a safe and reflective Juneteenth.
