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Native languages are at the heart of Indigenous communities’ cultural identities, knowledge, traditions, spiritual beliefs and self-governance. They are woven inextricably into traditional ways of life and continue to influence modern perspectives. But Native languages in the U.S. face serious threats, with some having no fluent speakers and others in rapid decline. Without action, some Native languages may cease to exist. Interior is committed to Indigenous communities and is working to honor and strengthen our nation-to-nation relationships with Tribes and ensure that Native languages are preserved and protected. Photo by Bureau of Indian Education

#NowHiring - The Office of Wildland Fire is hiring a Geographer/Cartographer (GS-0150/1370-07, FPL 11) based in Boise, ID. You'll serve as an expert on GIS and spatial analysis tools to support interagency activities related to wildland fire activities. Apply by Oct 23 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/enE-3Vkv Learn more about these occupations: Geographer (GS-0150): https://lnkd.in/e2mZZhUq Cartographer (GS-1370): https://lnkd.in/exmNcmjN

On Indigenous Peoples' Day, we celebrate the traditions and cultures of Indigenous communities across the nation. It’s part of our mission to honor our trust responsibilities and commitments to Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and affiliated Island communities.

Happy National Wildlife Refuge Week! The country’s wildlife refuges are America’s best-kept secret — offering unparalleled opportunities to experience the great outdoors and providing vital habitat for thousands of species of animals and plants. With at least one U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) national wildlife refuge in every state and territory, there’s one nearby you, waiting to be explored. Photo at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico by Robert Dunn

#Peopleofinterior - I love working to conserve the threatened and endangered critters I love! What an amazing life I have to be able to get to know such rare creatures and do my part in helping our environment. It is a dream to do something I am so passionate about as a career. I love being able to collaborate with a team of people with the same passion and goals. Being able to do research to answer big questions that help further our goals is so interesting and engaging. Contributing to our conservation of resources is so fulfilling to me, and my job is mentally, physically, and emotionally stimulating for me. I feel like I am exactly where I am meant to be. There truly is no better career out there for me. I love my critters! I am happy to be able to work with accommodations that allow me to be a productive employee with disabilities. Although there is still much work to do to create a safe and healthy environment for people with disabilities in the workplace, I am privileged to work with a supportive team and supervisor. Being able to do a job that includes plenty of outdoor time and time surrounded by nature really helps my mental health and gives me a much better work-life balance. I found a place where I am accepted and can be productive and happy. Desiree Moore is Fish Biologist at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). She works at the Ash Meadows Fish Conservation Facility in Amargosa Valley, Nevada. Desiree graduated from Oklahoma State University. #NDEAM

Congrats to our 2024 Fat Bear Week Champ, 128 Grazer! 🐻🥇

For our public lands to represent the best of us, they must welcome all of us. Interior is committed to ensuring that everyone can benefit from the experiences offered by America’s public lands, such as national parks, wildlife refuges and recreational lands. All public lands allow service animals and provide a free, lifetime Access Pass for people with disabilities. Don’t wait, start planning your next adventure to these beautiful lands today! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dnpdTjtA Photo by NPS