Programs & Events
At Indigenous Association, our programs center health, education, and Indigenous culture—always rooted in community and guided by Indigenous values. Over the past five years, we’ve hosted more than 150 events, with 86% recurring.
From youth programs and wellness circles to cultural workshops and seasonal gatherings, our calendar is full of opportunities to learn, connect, and celebrate. Many of our programs are open to the broader community!
Open Craft Night
Elder in Residence: Sandra Berlin (White Earth)Every week, all are welcome. Bring a craft, or materials to kick off a new project. Sandra Berlin of White Earth is our Elder in Residence, available to assist with a number of traditional and contemporary crafts.
No experience is needed—come as you are. Whether you want to make a ribbon skirt (bring three yards of fabric) or simply share a meal and good conversation, there is a place for you here. Indigenous artists, makers, and community members come together each week to create, connect, and support one another.
Maternal & Child Health
Led by Candi Smith, RN, IBCLC (Osage)Under the leadership of NDSCS instructor, Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and registered nurse Candi Smith (Osage), we support Indigenous families through culturally grounded maternal and child health programs centering wellness, tradition, and community care.
Our offerings include doula certification training, parenting workshops, and gatherings that honor traditional practices and support healthy beginnings that uplift families and strengthen community health.
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Youth Stewardship Program
Garden Manager: Andrew BlackbirdEach summer, the Indigenous Association partners with local organizations to offer a paid, hands-on opportunity for youth to learn about urban agriculture, sustainability, and community service.
Led by Garden Manager Andrew Blackbird, youth manage the Garden at the Gladys Ray Shelter—a welcoming environment to connect with the land, culture, and community. Youth Stewards also work alongside experienced farmers at Prairie Rose Farm and other local agricultural sites to gain real-world skills in food cultivation and environmental stewardship.
Cultura Amigos Salud Ambiental, Prairie Rose Agricultural Institute for Research, Innovation, and Education, Braza La Afrika, Immigrant Development Center, Fargo-Moorhead Kurdish Community, and First Congregational United Church of Christ Moorhead New American Development Agency.
5 Plain Questions Podcast
Striving to amplify the voices of our community, the Indigenous Association established our own in-house recording studio—home of the 5 Plain Questions Podcast!
Community Support & Shared Space
Located in a beautiful 4,000-square-foot space made possible by the Plains Art Museum’s Center for Creativity in downtown Fargo, our space serves as a vital hub for community gatherings, fry bread fundraisers, ceremonies, summits, and partner meetings. We empower grassroots groups and community organizations to come together, share resources, and carry out meaningful work.
Hosted Independent Community Groups
Wellbriety
A holistic recovery program incorporating Indigenous teachings and values to support healing, wellness, and long-term community recovery.
FM MMIP Taskforce
A volunteer-led grassroots initiative dedicated to raising awareness, advocating for systemic change, supporting families, and hosting monthly meetings and prayer walks for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons.
Awards & Recognition
Honored to be recognized for our ongoing dedication to community empowerment and cultural leadership.
