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Help Us Keep The Sacred Fireplace Burning
“I was talking with my daughter about the world - and shared with her how I genuinely believe if everyone on this planet went through the Oceti Wakan curriculum we would have world peace.” Testimonial from Community Partner "Oceti Wakan" translates...
Oceti Wakan’s 2nd Annual Healing of Our Children & Youth Teachers Conference
Discover a Revolutionary Approach to Education. At Oceti Wakan, education means honoring the whole person. True learning must nurture the physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental aspects of each child—alongside academics like math and reading....
On September 27-29, 2024, we held The Healing of Our Children Conference
The weekend conference was dedicated to equipping our children and youth with the tools they need to thrive. This culturally-based curriculum focuses on healing from historical trauma and nurturing the physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental...
An inspiring story about love, culture, and making a difference
This is a story of Cindy Catches and her late husband, Pete Catches, and their dedication to preserving Lakota culture and language. Through their non-profit, Oceti Wakan, they developed a unique curriculum that is now used in schools across Lakota...
Honoring Our Heritage, Healing Our Community: The Oceti Wakan Cultural Educational Healing Center
The Oceti Wakan Cultural Educational Healing Center is more than a building; it's a dream in motion. We're creating a space where culture and holistic healing intertwine, fostering a sense of well-being for our entire community. A Journey of...
Artists spotlight
The mission of Oceti Wakan promotes understanding and healing through celebration of culture and spirituality that connects us to Unci Maka (Grandmother Earth). Through the arts, we are tethered to our ancestors who preserved the song and dance, traditional techniques, symbolism, form, and design. We honor this tradition by highlighting the work of area artists whose art
is available for sale. Read here about local artists, their art and how to purchase their work.
John Beheler – Visual Artist
John Beheler is an enrolled member of the Yankton Sioux Tribe: Ihanktonwan Dakota Oyate with lineage to White Swan. His Grandfather was HankFogg of the Hunkpati Oyate at Ft. Thompson, SD. In his work as both a graphic artist and illustrator, John...