Last revised on Oct 22, 2026
In April, 2026, we began collecting stories of mostly young parents on the Navajo Nation expressing challenges and wishes for families and communities on our ancestral homeland. The storytellers hope their stories will enable Naatʼáanii to plan local services and systems that communities really need. The story boxes automatically update as stories come in. Thank you for reading and contributing to all our stories.
Cameron Chapter My name is Denise McClennan, but many people know me as Neecee Mcclennan. I am a personal trainer, group fitness instructor, cancer exercise
Tsé Dáá K’áán Community On the morning of September 28, our family experienced a frightening event when a tree near our home caught fire after
Shiprock, New Mexico The 113th Northern Navajo Fair felt like a place where people could come together, spend time with family, and celebrate being Diné.
Our program staff share stories about the resources and trainings we attend so that families can know what to expect, and choose the resources and trainings that best fits them.
Gloria Dennison, October 16, 2026 I attended the 24th Diné Studies Conference, titled “HÁÁLÉÉ BEE NÁNÍS’DZÁ—Pathway Back to the Homeland” with Plenary Session Hodeeyáádáá’ Hanáá
Elvira Dennison, October 2, 2026 The Family Leadership Conference, hosted by Parents Reaching Out at San Juan College in Farmington, New Mexico, began on a
Daria Shorty, NTUA, Tuba City Chapter My name is Daria Shorty, and I have been working with NTUA for nine years as an administrative assistant.
Healthcare within the Navajo Nation is a complex, highly fragmented network of public health systems, laws, and healthcare crises specific to the reservation. The below information is a starting point for families and providers navigating the healthcare landscape to help you understand the territory, anticipate challenges, and find your way.
(505) 226-3073
POB 3085, Kirtland, NM 87417
and POB 744, Farmington, NM 87499
