Director
Our Mission
Our mission at the Native American Training Institute is to empower individuals, families, and the community to create a safe and healthy environment so children and families can achieve their highest potential.
Our Trainings
North Dakota Indian Child Welfare and Wellness Conference “The Healing Journey Continues” This year we are highlighting that ICWA is all about maintaining a culture of healing. The Healing Journey Continues as we maintain the family structure, while building new, and fostering existing relationships that support everyone involved in ICWA, regardless of background. The 21st […]
Cultural Competency and Communications
A skills-based training engineered to help you better serve Native American communities by better understanding our cultural backgrounds.
Extending Our Families Through Unity
An extensive training for foster parents of First Nations you to help you better understand their needs and promote positive development.
Historical Trauma in Native American Communities
An in-depth examination of historical trauma and inter-generational grief designed to equip you with strategies for healing and growth.
News & Events
2024 North Dakota Indian Child Welfare and Wellness Conference
2021 Tribal Design Team Meeting
Our Staff
Gillian Plenty Chief
Jessi Leneaugh
ICWA Partnership Trainer / Coordinator
Dereck Stonefish
Training Coordinator
Sloan Henry
ICWA Family Preservationist
Leah McCloud
ICWA Family Preservationist
Brittnee Foote
ICWA Family Preservationist
Jill Wilkie
ICWA Family Preservationist
Bobbie Kastner
ICWA Family Preservationist
Kyle Keepseagle
Office Assistant