Shane Weeks is a member of the Shinnecock Nation of Southampton, New York. Shane's traditional name is "Bizhiki Nibauit", which means Standing Buffalo. He is also from the Buffalo Clan. Shane is dedicated to his community and represents his people in a number of capacities. As a traditional singer and dancer, cultural consultant, artist and a member of several boards and committees, Shane's mission is to bridge the gap between his community of Shinnecock, the local community, and communities abroad.

Logan hails from the great state of Oklahoma where he served our Military forces as a specialist in the U..S. Navy. In 2016, he was selected as a Jackson Institute Fellow at Yale University. Logan puts in countless hours working with the local school administration & businesses/organizations to gather up support to create Resource Center's. This Center on campus allows for student veterans to come hang out, study for tests, get advice on services and programs available to them, use of computers, and even got a book swap going to help mitigate the cost of textbooks. Logan is a proud father of a beautiful newborn son!

 Pamela Jewel  is from Ahousaht First Nations &
Vice President of a top 50 Ad Specialty supplier, an 18.5 billion dollar industry. Pamela is dedicated to aiding First Nations Youth initiatives while adventuring with them on Canoe Journeys and reconnecting them on their ancestors waters.

Mr. John W.  Hesterberg has an expansive 17-year teaching career which has brought him international fame and recognition. He is the man behind the scenes and very well-connected to the spiritual dimension.  John has been dedicating his energies to boosting the literacy skills of  inner city youth, refugees from conflict zones, and First Nation communities. 

A leader and Mentor for Ahousaht First Nations; Quaamina has the depth and spiritual knowledge to conduct Youth seminars in a eco-friendly environment. He is a Master Storyteller, Woodcarver and First Nations Artist. 

 Lester G NEDDY Smith has worked in the music industry as a bassist, music ministry leader, mentor, and educator, instructional designer, songwriter, recording artist, producer, and performer for many years. He has traveled extensively around the world not only as an artist but he has also worked in corporate as a training instructor for broadcast graphics and hardware technologies. 

Paul Rizzo enjoys seeing others happy. The knowledge of health he embodies helps everyone access proper nutritional support easily. He maintains a positive viewpoint that health education plays an important role in the quality of one's life.

Lobsang Chunzom considers everyone to be completely equal in wanting happiness and not wanting unhappiness. This view is integrated into every service that LHI offers along with the foundation of knowledge that teaches why caring about others as much as we cherish ourselves will help everyone to get what they want.

As a Yale DH Fellow for the course “Intro to DigitalHumanities,” jub was tasked with teaching students how to construct a digital storytelling project. His goal was to introduce students to Story Maps, a platform that enables interactive digital storytelling through a combination of maps, images, text, and other forms of multi-media. 
 

Qwaya has an extensive background in traditional Nuu-chah-nulth arts and culture. He is a historian and storyteller, with expertise in traditional song, dance and ceremonies, traditional contemporary design, woodcarving, drum-making, painting and jewelry design. He studied under the tutelage of master carvers, including Tim Paul and Patrick Amos, with masks being his discipline. Some notable projects include creating drums for Bill Reid, Robert Davidson and Roy Vickers.

Master storyteller and First Nations activist. Floyd serves as a spiritual guide and mentor for those struggling with addiction.

Olivia is an activist, Ivy-League mother and protector of the environment. She currently serves as a Tribal-State Environmental Liaison and advocate for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women USA 

Tiego leads our Youth Development Program as a Certified Youth Counselor. His many travels around the globe and years of experience create long-lasting relationships for Youth and Parents alike.

The Drumbeat of our team. Will shares his sacred rhythms & leads the drum circle through knowledge passed down by the Ancestors. He serves as the Skipper for our annual Sobriety event and is passionate about helping others.

Legendary Storyteller and Master Cedar Wood Carver.  Stanley is the keeper of sacred knowledge and TSEHILTS Disciplines within the Nuu-Chall-Nuuth First Nation tradition.