Indivisible Tri-Cities invited community members to its Working Meeting on Saturday, November 15 at the Keewaydin Community Center. The event featured a special guest, Malena “Tweeter” Pinkham (they/them), a local civil legal aid attorney born and raised in the Tri-Cities.
Tweeter is an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and has dedicated their career to advancing equity and justice in Washington State. They previously served for seven years as in-house counsel for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, and continue to lead in community advocacy through their work with the Tri-City Intertribal Organization and the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network, and as a board member for both Building Changes and the ACLU of Washington. Tweeter earned both their Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Doctor of Law degrees from the University of Washington.
In honor of National Native American Heritage Month, Tweeter spoke on the history, laws, and sovereignty of Tribes, sharing perspectives on Native leadership, resilience, and the importance of honoring Indigenous rights.
Following the speaker presentation, attendees had the opportunity to connect with Indivisible Tri-Cities leadership, learn about upcoming projects, and explore volunteer opportunities for civic engagement and community collaboration.
Indivisible Tri-Cities is proud to recognize National Native American Heritage Month in community with local Native voices like Tweeter Pinkham, whose work reflects the enduring values and leadership of Native people across the Pacific Northwest.
About Indivisible Tri-Cities
Indivisible Tri-Cities is a non-partisan political advocacy group committed to defending democracy, advancing civic engagement, and empowering local residents to hold elected officials accountable. Through education, advocacy, and direct action, Indivisible Tri-Cities works to build a more just, inclusive, and equitable society for all.
