For updates on the SNI response to Covid-19, click here to visit the Seneca Nation Coronavirus Response Hub.
To receive important updates via phone & text, click here and learn about the Regroup Messaging System.
As cases of COVID-19 increase in our area, remember that you or someone you encounter may have the virus and not know it or display symptoms. There are many ways to prevent infection and stop the spread. Whether you feel healthy or not- stay home, wash your hands often, and avoid close contact with people outside of your household (stay 6 feet apart).
If you experience symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, dry cough, or shortness of breath, or have any concerns about your health, call your primary care provider to be assessed. Patients of the Lionel R. John Health Center can call (716) 945-5894 and patients of the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation Health Center can call (716) 532-5582.
Real Truths is a five-part video series with Mohawk leader, Sakokweniokwas (Thomas R. Porter), that explores how Haudenosaunee teachings and an Indigenous worldview might be applied to the fight against the on-going opioid epidemic and beyond. In Part 4, Sakokweniokwas discusses what the healing process from colonization will require.
Real Truths is a five-part video series with Mohawk leader, Sakokweniokwas (Thomas R. Porter), that explores how Haudenosaunee teachings and an Indigenous worldview might be applied to the fight against the on-going opioid epidemic and beyond. In Part 3, Sakokweniokwas discusses colonization and our collective need to understand it - the intent, its legacies, and how we revitalize what was lost as a result.
Real Truths is a five-part video series with Mohawk leader, Sakokweniokwas (Thomas R. Porter), that explores how Haudenosaunee teachings and an Indigenous worldview might be applied to the fight against the on-going opioid epidemic and beyond. In Part 2, Sakokweniokwas discusses the importance of compassion when dealing with a loved one who is struggling with addiction.
Salamanca City Central School District has been 3D printing face masks and shields to help frontline workers fight off COVID-19. Nya:wëh Salamanca City Central School District for helping keep those who fight against this virus everyday healthy.
Real Truths is a five-part video series with Mohawk leader, Sakokweniokwas (Thomas R. Porter), that explores how Haudenosaunee teachings and an Indigenous worldview might be applied to the fight against the on-going opioid epidemic and beyond. In Part 1, Sakokweniokwas discusses the Good Mind and the importance of our teachings - and how an adherence to them might offer people struggling with addiction a set of guidelines to follow to aid in their recovery.
Seneca Media has created an educational coloring book for our children. For a printer friendly version, please see attached PDF.
As the COVID-19 Pandemic continues, it is important to stay safe and healthy during this crisis. Enjoy this #ThrowbackThursday with Chandra Maracle! In this video, she demonstrates an easy to follow recipe for cooking tamales from our traditional white corn and why food is important to her.
Cultural Interpreter Breezy Crouse guides you on an engaging tour to see the unique Codetalkers wampum belt and historic Cornplanter pipe tomahawk. She gives an overview of the On the Mother’s Side exhibit, highlighting the matrilineal bird and animal clans, and ends with a look at the traditional and contemporary pottery exhibit. Find out about upcoming virtual tours and collection highlights with Seneca-Iroquois National Museum staff by visiting www.senecamuseum.org or following their page on Facebook or Instagram.
The CIRVFD is dedicated to keep the community safe. They participate in training to keep up to date with different ways to save lives.
For more Seneca language resources go to https://senecalanguage.com.
