Tara Kitcheyan learning the ropes at the nation’s capitol

Mary Kim Titla/ Apache Moccasin Tara Kitcheyan, San Carlos Apache, is learning to be on the front lines of legislative action and policy development in Washington, D.C.

Washington, DC — Tara Kitcheyan, San Carlos Apache, who secured a spot in the Wilma Mankiller Fellowship program with the office of the National Congress of American Indians in Washington, D.C. last September, shares her experiences working for the oldest and largest organization representing Alaska Natives and American Indian tribes. The NCAI Fellowship and Internship programs include opportunities to develop policy analysis, communication and advocacy skills. Tara, 28, answered the following questions during a recent interview.

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