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Walking In Beauty: A Program For Young Women
Walking In Beauty (WIB) is an adaptation of Project Venture dedicated to supporting young Native girls in the transition from adolescence to womanhood. Based on the values of the Kinaalda’ Ceremony (Navajo puberty ceremony), WIB invites young ladies to keep and practice their traditions while challenging them to develop resiliency, inner strength and life skills through experiential education and dedication to serving their communities.
 
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Over the course of a year, these young ladies have experienced cultural teachings from Native Elders; observed and assisted with the preparations necessary for a Kinaalda’ Ceremony; learned the geology, biology, tribal and pioneer history of the Grand Canyon while hiking along the Bright Angel Trail in Arizona; and dedicated their service by adopting the Navajo Tribal Zoo in Window Rock, Arizona.

Walking In Beauty signifies the teachings of the traditional knowledge of a young adult: one who demonstrates a sense of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual balance is thought to be “in well being,” and is thus prepared to embrace the transition into maturity. Walking In Beauty reflects the positive attitude and behaviors necessary for young women to successfully navigate this unique stage of life.

Contact:
Natasha Clark
Program Coordinator
Email: nclark@niylp.org

Walking In Beauty is funded by the Ohrstrom Foundation and the Daniels Fund. Thank you for your generous support!

               
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