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MISSION

The Mission of Wicahpi Koyaka Tiyospaye (WKT) is to reinforce

cultural identity and strengthen cultural & spiritual wellbeing by

re-establishing Indigenous cultural traditions, values and practices;

to protect the land and ceremonies on the Pine Ridge Reservation;

to support Native youth and their families in both urban areas and

on reservations; to cultivate the leadership for the next generation;

to develop sustainable practices (balance) and respect for the

environment.

WKT maintains two ceremonial grounds: one in Pine Ridge, where
healing ceremonies take place year-round for the local community,
along with an annual Sun Dance that brings together over 300
intertribal participants for a week-long ceremony. This gathering
allows individuals to reconnect with one another, receive healing,
and reaffirm their identities as Native people. The other ceremonial
grounds are located in California, where weekly sweat
lodges are held, along with rites of passage ceremonies for youth.

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