Coming Of Age Series: Kinaalda Virtual Teachings – Starts Sept. 07
Yá’át’ééh! The Phoenix Indian Center is hosting a Coming-of-Age series that will share Navajo cultural teachings that are interwoven into the Kinaaldá ceremony. We invite our Native Community to hear the cultural sharing from various Navajo knowledge keepers. This virtual series will begin on September 07 and conclude on December 14. Please check which teachings you would like to join virtually: To register, click here
Saturday, Sept. 07 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Significance of Navajo Attire
Marla Billey (Miss Navajo 2003-2004)
Saturday, Sept. 14 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
“Sodizin: Importance of Prayer”
Jocelyn Billy-Upshaw (Miss Navajo 2006-2007)
Saturday, Oct. 05 – 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
“Carrying Culture in the Modern World”
Sharon Watson-Murray (Miss Navajo 1991-1992)
Saturday, Oct. 12 – 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
“Significance of Hair Teachings”
Jolyana Begay-Kroupa (Miss Navajo 2001-2002)
Saturday, Nov. 16 – 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
“Running & Prayer”
Wynonna Fulgham (Navajo Nation member)
Saturday, December 14 – 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
“Understanding K’é (Kinship) & Ceremonial Protocol”
Paul Long Sr. (Member, Diné Hatałii Association)