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DOC Therapeutic Writing (4/5) Roundtable B Sep 17, 2026

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In Episode 4 of this 5‑part Therapeutic Writing mini‑series, Lena’s Lens shares the second roundtable discussion recorded inside the Salt River Department of Corrections. This conversation features Nathan Antone and Edgar Carlyle, joined by Re‑Entry Services Supervisor Nicolette Parrish, who helps guide the session. Nathan and Edgar speak openly about recurring themes from the therapeutic writing program, including grief, anger, trauma, emotional suppression, breaking cycles, and the challenges of learning to care for themselves and their families.

Questions or comments? Email LenasLens@srpmic-nsn.gov.

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Summer Speaker Series
Last Tuesday of every month (June-Sept)
Salt River Council Chambers
Dinner: 5-6p
Presentation: 6-7p
45min presentation, 15 min Q&A

Open to the public

DOC Therapeutic Writing (3/5) Roundtable A Sep 03, 2026

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In Episode 3 of this 5‑part Therapeutic Writing mini‑series, Lena’s Lens transitions from individual readings into the first of three roundtable discussions recorded inside the Salt River Department of Corrections. This conversation features Adam Jackson, Wayne Butler, and Eric Wood, who speak openly about themes explored in their writings, which include grief, addiction, identity, and the cycles they hope to break. During this session, Lena observes while Councilwoman Su:k Fulwilder guides the discussion, allowing the clients to speak naturally in the environment they are familiar with. Their reflections highlight shared experiences, the importance of connection, and the courage it takes to express long‑held emotions.

Questions or comments? Email LenasLens@srpmic-nsn.gov.

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Summer Speaker Series
Last Tuesday of every month (June-Sept)
Salt River Council Chambers
Dinner: 5-6p
Presentation: 6-7p
45min presentation, 15 min Q&A

Open to the public

DOC Therapeutic Writing (2/5) Readings Part II Aug 20, 2026

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In Part II of the Therapeutic Writing mini‑series, here on Lena’s Lens, Lena continues sharing the writings created during a 12‑week therapeutic program inside the Salt River Department of Corrections. This episode features emotional and deeply personal readings from Adam Jackson, Wayne Butler, and Brian Butler. Their writings explore themes of addiction, grief, breaking cycles, accountability, and the desire to change their futures. At the end of this episode, all seven client readings are complete. The mini‑series will now move into three roundtable discussions, where the clients speak openly about the experiences, emotions, and realizations connected to their writing.

Questions or comments? Email LenasLens@srpmic-nsn.gov

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Call for Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Artists!

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Deadline is November 20, 2026

General Guidelines

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Summer Speaker Series
Last Tuesday of every month (June-Sept)
Salt River Council Chambers
Dinner: 5-6p
Presentation: 6-7p
45min presentation, 15 min Q&A

Open to the public

DOC Therapeutic Writing (1/5) Readings Part I Aug 06, 2026

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In this first episode of our special Therapeutic Writing mini‑series, Lena’s Lens enters the Salt River Department of Corrections. Participants read the writings created during a 12‑week program designed to support healing, reflection, and self‑expression. The episode opens with a traditional gourd song performed by Edgar Carlyle, followed by three powerful readings from Andrew Carlisle, Nathan Antone, and Eric Wood. Their pieces touch on themes of identity, manhood, childhood experiences, sobriety, fatherhood, grief, and confronting long‑held emotions. Each client also reflects briefly on what it felt like to write and read their piece aloud.

Questions or comments? Email LenasLens@srpmic-nsn.gov

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Call for Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Artists!

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Deadline is November 20, 2026

General Guidelines

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Summer Speaker Series
Last Tuesday of every month (June-Sept)
Salt River Council Chambers
Dinner: 5-6p
Presentation: 6-7p
45min presentation, 15 min Q&A

Open to the public

Therapeutic Writing: Healing, Hope, and Voice Inside DOC Jul 23, 2026

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In this episode of Lena’s Lens, Lena highlights a therapeutic writing group inside the Salt River Department of Corrections, a program offering healing, reflection, and a safe space for incarcerated Community members. Lena speaks with Councilwoman Su:k Fulwilder and Reentry Services Supervisor Nicolette Parrish about how the group began, why writing has become a powerful outlet, and the impact they’ve witnessed among participants.

Questions or comments? Email LenasLens@srpmic-nsn.gov

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Call for Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Artists!

O’odham Action News wants to publish your artwork.

Visual or Literary!

Deadline is November 20, 2026

General Guidelines

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Summer Speaker Series
Last Tuesday of every month (June-Sept)
Salt River Council Chambers
Dinner: 5-6p
Presentation: 6-7p
45min presentation, 15 min Q&A

Open to the public

Miss Salt River 2026-2027 Jul 09, 2026

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In this episode of Lena’s Lens, Lena Jackson Eckert sits down with the newly crowned Miss Salt River 2026–2027, Jizelle Juan, following her coronation at the 38th Annual Miss Salt River Pageant. Jizelle shares her pageant experience, the emotions of hearing her name announced, and the cultural meaning behind stepping into this role.

Questions or comments? Email LenasLens@srpmic-nsn.gov

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Call for Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Artists!

O’odham Action News wants to publish your artwork.

Visual or Literary!

Deadline is November 20, 2026

General Guidelines

Submit your Artwork

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Summer Speaker Series
Last Tuesday of every month (June-Sept)
Salt River Council Chambers
Dinner: 5-6p
Presentation: 6-7p
45min presentation, 15 min Q&A

Open to the public

Understanding the 2026 SRPMIC Election Jun 25, 2026

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In this episode of Lena’s Lens, Lena Jackson-Eckert speaks with Election Board Coordinators Erica Harvier and Ardell Moore to help community members better understand the upcoming 2026 Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community elections. They break down who is up for re‑election, key nomination and voting dates, candidate requirements, and voting options available to community members both inside and outside SRPMIC. Listeners will also learn about mail‑in ballots, home voting for elders and disabled voters, and where to find official election information.

Questions? Comments? Please email Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

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Call for Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Artists!

O’odham Action News wants to publish your artwork.

Visual or Literary!

Deadline is November 20, 2026

General Guidelines

Submit your Artwork

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Summer Speaker Series
Last Tuesday of every month (June-Sept)
Salt River Council Chambers
Dinner: 5-6p
Presentation: 6-7p
45min presentation, 15 min Q&A

Open to the public

Repatriation: The Scotland Journey – Part 2 Jun 11, 2026

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In Part Two of this special series, Lena Jackson Eckert continues the conversation about SRPMIC’s historic journey to Scotland for an international repatriation effort. This episode features Council Members Jacob Butler and Mikah Carlos, both of whom served as delegates on the trip to escort ancestors home from the University of Edinburgh and the National Museum of Scotland.

They share their perspectives on leadership, cultural responsibility, and the emotional weight of representing the community on an international stage. Listeners will learn more about how the effort came together, the role of cultural protocol, and the significance of forming respectful relationships with institutions abroad.

Questions? Comments? Please email Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

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‘To Be Put on a Shelf Is Not Where They Belong’ - O'odham Action News article

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Call for Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Artists!

O’odham Action News wants to publish your artwork.

Visual or Literary!

Deadline is November 20, 2026

General Guidelines

Submit your Artwork

************
Summer Speaker Series
Last Tuesday of every month (June-Sept)
Salt River Council Chambers
Dinner: 5-6p
Presentation: 6-7p
45min presentation, 15 min Q&A

Open to the public

Repatriation: The Scotland Journey – Part 1 May 29, 2026

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In this first installment of a special two‑part series, Lena Jackson Eckert speaks with Council Representative Su:k Chu:vak Fulwilder and NAGPRA Coordinator Martha Ludlow Martinez about a historic journey that took SRPMIC representatives all the way to Scotland. Their purpose: the repatriation of ancestors who had been held overseas for more than a century.

Questions? Comments? Please email Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

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‘To Be Put on a Shelf Is Not Where They Belong’ - O'odham Action News article

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Call for Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Artists!

O’odham Action News wants to publish your artwork.

Visual or Literary!

Deadline is November 20, 2026

General Guidelines

Submit your Artwork

************
Summer Speaker Series
Last Tuesday of every month (June-Sept)
Salt River Council Chambers
Dinner: 5-6p
Presentation: 6-7p
45min presentation, 15 min Q&A

Open to the public

5 in 5 Initiative Update - Dr. Felix Muniz May 08, 2026

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In this episode of Lena's Lens, Lena welcomes back Dr. Felix Muniz for an update on the 5 in 5 Initiative. Dr. Muniz shares progress from Phase 2, which included talking circles, group concept mapping, surveys, and a community readiness assessment. These efforts brought in nearly 250 Community voices and helped identify wellness dimensions, determinants of health, and priority areas for change. He also discusses next steps, including a public-facing data dashboard and a strategic plan that will guide long-term wellness efforts in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Dr. Muniz reflects on the personal meaning of doing this work in his own community and emphasizes how community input is shaping the future of the initiative.

Questions? Comments? Please email Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

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Call for Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Artists!

O’odham Action News wants to publish your artwork.

Visual or Literary!

Deadline is November 20, 2026

General Guidelines

Submit your Artwork

************
Summer Speaker Series
Last Tuesday of every month (June-Sept)
Salt River Council Chambers
Dinner: 5-6p
Presentation: 6-7p
45min presentation, 15 min Q&A

Open to the public

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