Laura Sandoval

Marashi, my name is Gaghooeh, Pumpkin, named by my Grandmother Martha Fox-Baker when I drove the bus for her head start.  I am Metsi Noka wea, Flint Knife woman and Marakarishta Awaxia Nawida, Child of Dripping Dirt, Hidatsa.  I am also the eldest daughter of an Arikara Marine Vietnam Combat Veteran, who joined the spirit world this year.  With the traditions of my family, I continue to share my voice and space to ensure all future generations are heard with support.  By practicing an "Hour of Power" with community engagement and service, it is very important to listen and observe all of life around the world.  Working in the Indian Health Service up to Indigenous Education, ensuring sovereignty for Data Rights, Curriculum, and DNA are secure from further exploitation.  Acknowledging the actions to support the Nations within the Continental United States, we can learn to change the verbiage and connect in a wholesome way. Married with three children, Albuquerque is where we call home.