MDU Rate Increase Campaign Planning Session

MDU Rate Increase Campaign Planning Session

On Wednesday, February 8, Dawson Resource Council will be hosting a campaign planning session to strategize our fight to stop MDU’s proposed electricity rate...
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Members show courage and leadership in Helena

Members show courage and leadership in Helena

Since Northern Plains’ founding in 1972, our members have had a big impact at the legislature, speaking up for our values and priorities. This...
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The ultimate expression of grassroots democracy

The ultimate expression of grassroots democracy

The 68th Montana Legislature has officially commenced! Since our founding in 1972, Northern Plains members have had a strong influence on Montana’s laws and policies. We...
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Lessons from Indigenous Organizing: A Grassroots Solution for Local Food on the Flathead Reservation

Lessons from Indigenous Organizing: A Grassroots Solution for Local Food on the Flathead Reservation

During this virtual event, we’ll hear from Patrick Yawackie, from the Flathead Reservation. Patrick and his wife, Regina MadPlume founded the People’s Food Sovereignty Program, a Native led, grassroots organization that promotes food sovereignty and self-determination for the tribal members living on the Flathead Reservation.

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Ita Killeen: “My job is to have joy in my life, in addition to caring about the climate.”

Ita Killeen: “My job is to have joy in my life, in addition to caring about the climate.”

Ita Killeen believes in the power of people and connection when it comes to fighting climate change. Originally from Maryland, Ita moved west early,...
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Federal court draws new PSC districts

Federal court draws new PSC districts

On March 8th (just a week before the candidate filing deadline), a panel of federal judges drew new boundaries for Montana’s Public Service Commission...
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Congress stalls progress on Savanna’s Act

Congress stalls progress on Savanna’s Act

We must push Congress to address systemic violence to Native communities In October 2020, Congress passed – and President Trump signed – Savanna’s Act...
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Introducing the newest Northern Plains affiliate

Introducing the newest Northern Plains affiliate

It’s not every day that a new – and powerful –affiliate joins the Northern Plains affiliate family. Golden Triangle Resource Council (GTRC), a new...
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Love and loss in the fight for Billings air quality

Love and loss in the fight for Billings air quality

In the late 70s and 80s air quality in Billings was so polluted, many residents suffered from asthma, including children. One such resident was...
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