Weekly updates will be released to keep our Band Members updated on Tribal projects/ divisions and anything from the federal level that may impact us. Print versions of Friday updates will be available monthly in the DeBahJimon.
Employees and Community members can begin submitting news, events, and updates to be included in the week’s update every Monday. Updates can be sent to news@llojibwe.net
Chi Miigwech to everyone who submitted updates for this week.
This week, the Band announced three new staffing changes and held the April quarterly meeting in Bena. (A full breakdown of division director and RBC reports from the quarterly will be available in the upcoming May issue of the DeBahJimon.)
The RBC announced 3 new staffing changes on Thursday, April 11th.
- Project Administrator,Ben Benoit
Benoit will be responsible for strategic planning, managing key objectives, overseeing and managing projects from inception to completion, and ensuring that they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
- Youth Program Manager, Leroy Staples-Fairbanks
Staples-Fairbanks will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing educational, recreational, and developmental programs for children and youth. This position involves working closely with young people, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment that fosters personal growth and positive youth development.
- Director of Operations,Shannon Budde
Budde will oversee administrative programs, fostering efficient program operations and advancing the Tiwahe Initiative’s goals to reduce poverty, substance abuse, domestic violence, and related social issues within the tribal community. This role bridges leadership, project management, and advocacy to provide holistic, culturally sensitive, and comprehensive services to the community.
RBC Meeting
Thursday, April 17th, at the Government Center at 9 am.
Tune in live or watch the recorded version at https://vimeo.com/event/5054003
Anwebiwin Nimi’Idiwin Annual Resting Powwow
Saturday, April 12th, Grand Entry at 1pm and 6pm at Cass Lake Boys and Girls Club
4K Drum Split, 2 Step, Potato Dance, War Cry Contest, All Category Men/Women, & Elder Spot Dance
Vendors, please reach out for pricing information and to reserve a spot, email events@lltc.edu
Ribbon Skirt Making
Ball Club April 15th,22nd&29th 10am-11:30am
Bena April 16th,23rd,30th 10am-11:30am
Moccasin Making
Onigum, April 17th,24th 10am-11:30am
As well as parenting roundtable discussions as we work, using the Positive Indian Parenting Curriculum.
all materials provided, door prizes, refreshments
For more information, please email Child Abuse Prevention Coordinator
Wenona. Kingbird@llojibwe.net
Sponsored by: Leech Lake Child Abuse Prevention Program & Family Preservation Program
Motherhood Series
April 15, 2025 -Listening to Birthing Stories
April 29, 2025 -Bellybutton Pouches
May 1, 2025 – Comfort Medicine for After Birth
These events will all take place from 6-8 PM; a light meal will be provided for each event.
Location:
The Leech Lake Tribal College
6945 Little Wolf Rd NW, Cass Lake, MN 56633
SPONSORED BY THE TH GRANT AND LLBH
Contact Bonnie Fairbanks to Register
(218)407-1496
Mission Hangout Night
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
6 PM – 8 PM
Mission Community Center
Gaa-Niigaaniziwaad x Family Preservation invite all youth ages 10–20 to MISSION HANG OUT NIGHT
Join us for a fun night with interactive activity stations, a free meal, and great vibes for our young community members!
Events include:
Bracelet Making
Ojibwemowin Go Fish
Lacrosse
Beading
Tie Blankets
Medicine Pouch Making
Vision Board Making
…and more!
Have questions? Contact Nashel at 
218-910-7921 or 
nashel.bebeau@llojibwe.net