Centering Indigenous Voices

 

“The Kessler Keener Foundation, based in Boise, Idaho, acknowledges the Treasure Valley as the aboriginal homelands of the Shoshone, Paiute and Bannock Tribes – known as the Boise Valley People.”

 

Mission Statement

To create a community of learning designed to uplift voices of underrepresented people through fostering inclusion and respect for and among all community members.

 

Our Programs

Assists educators in integrating Native-centered content into grades 3-5 lesson planning, aligned with ID state standards

Excited to learn more but wondering where to start? Our reading lists can help point you in the right direction.

Collection of video stories for learners

Aimed at increasing connection, respect and understanding between Native and non-Native people

Black and brown author virtual reading groups

Traveling suitcases with social justice books for young people

Collecting and sharing resources for our community and beyond

Raising awareness. Building community.