Indigenous knowledge preservation in Kansas

Haskell Indian Nations University is a historic institution located at 155 East Indian Avenue in Lawrence, Kansas, United States. Founded in education and rich in heritage, the university offers a range of programs and courses to students. In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the university is hosting various events and workshops throughout April. From GEOG and MATH classes to computer labs and social work sessions, Haskell Indian Nations University provides a diverse and engaging educational experience for its students.

Molly Traffas, LSCSW is a health institution located at 3425 West Central Avenue, Wichita, Kansas, United States. Molly is a Bard, Gatherer, and Caster of Seed, a Woman of Earth with shadows in her hair. She is a Tiller of the Soil of heart, voice, and roots, and a Bearer of Songs of the Silent Earth. Molly serves as a Guide along the way in these difficult and exciting times. She believes that as a culture, we have spent too much time trying to fix what is wrong with us, rather than nurturing the living life force within us. Molly encourages individuals to step into authentic and mature expression of their unique soul gifts. She believes that reconnecting with the wisdom of the Earth and developing deeper connections with nature are essential for personal recovery. Through poetry, Molly helps individuals find their place among the family of things and delve into their interior world. She shares poems by poets like Wendell Berry and Mary Oliver to inspire and awaken individuals. Molly's work is centered around loving and protecting this miraculous world, and she encourages individuals to make changes in their lifestyles to preserve life on the planet. Through her offerings, Molly aims to spread love for the Earth and gratitude for its beauty and life-giving qualities.