What’s next for Matriarch Adams-Cornell and Wilson-Clements have a shared vision for the future of Matriarch: to expand programming for Indigenous women in Oklahoma and throughout the country. “We talk about a building where our elders and young ones can come hang out, even potentially residences for our ladies in transition who need a safe place,” said Wilson-Clements. “We could have classes, everyday programs, teachers and staff, educators and a heavy involvement in the community.” And that’s just in Oklahoma. Matriarch’s founders have been approached repeatedly about starting chapters in other cities and states. They hope to soon develop a starter kit of sorts so those interested in starting their own chapters would have tips and guidelines from the Oklahoma group. The end goal is to serve as many Indigenous women across communities as possible so that the opportunities for healing, advocacy and service continue to have ripple effects. “Matriarch is a place we can go and exhale; say a lot or say nothing; and receive love and healing,” said Wilson- Clements. Learn more about Matriarch, how to get involved or how to make a tax-deductible donation at matriarchok.com.
MATRIARCH MEMBERS WITH OKLAHOMA CITY MAYOR DAVID HOLT. MATRIARCH WAS INSTRUMENTAL IN MAKING INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S DAY AN OFFICIAL HOLIDAY IN OKLAHOMA CITY.
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