Tribal Peacemakers Needed

Planning for the Cow Creek Peacemaking Court continues, and we are seeking nominations for Peacemakers.

The Peacemaking Court is part of the Tribal Court system, and will provide an alternative to Tribal civil and criminal court. The Peacemaking Court, which will use traditional methods of dispute resolution and have Tribal members serve as Peacemakers, is an important step for the Tribe in reclaiming its own cultural ways of resolving conflicts and promoting healing in the community.

Our Peacemakers (xaawíisaahan in Takelma) will be Tribal members who have the respect of the Tribal community and a reputation for honesty, integrity, and humanity. Peacemakers will be trained in facilitating traditional dispute resolution methods, including talking circles.

If you know of a Tribal member who you think would be a great Peacemaker, please nominate them! Please send the nominee’s name and contact information to Cassidy Rice at cassidy@cassidyricelaw.com or (503) 832-0443, and reach out with any questions about the program.