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WSA211011

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1. Commentary by Elaine B. Holtz, Host of Women's Spaces

2. Millie Munson, Spokesperson,

3. Diana Billy-Elliott, Deputy Director, Inter-Tribal Council of Caliornia (ITCC)

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1. Commentary by our host Elaine B. Holtz:   I have two special guests today, joining me on the phone will be Millie Munson. Millie along with her brother Milo are creating a Skateboard Park Project in Monti Rio CA. I feel as an elder it is important; we support these young people when they engage in something like this. As future activists I hope it is a real learning experience doing something like this which Millie will be talking to you about.
Also joining me on the phone will be and I am so excited to present her, Diana Billy-Elliot who is the Deputy Director for the Intertribal Council of California.an Association Designed for the Unity of all American Indians. We will be talking about Joe Biden and his announcement that today October 11, 2021, shall be called “Indigenous People’s Day.” This is a step in the right direction honoring America is first inhabitants. This recognition in my mind is long overdue. We are a diverse nation.
Condolences to the family of a dear friend of mine Rebecca “Zoe” Dustman. Zoe died suddenly and I will miss her terribly. She was a one in a million human being and quite a character. I must admit, one that was incredibly loveable,
Wow, we had a baby shower for my granddaughter, who will be having my second great granddaughter Kaya Sierra, who will be born, if all is well, on November 2. Never thought I would make it that far. Life goes on. One generation after another. Our children are the future, and we must never lose sight of that.

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2. Our first guest Millie Munson shares the vision that she and her younger brother Milo have of renovating the Monte Rio Creekside Skatepark. Millie announces a fundraising event on Saturday October 16, 2021, from 10 am to 6 pm at the Monte Rio Creekside Park for skateboard competitions and music. Donations can be made at the event or to the Monte Rio Recreation and Park District office.

About our Guest:  Millie Munson is a high school student in West County and skateboarding enthusiast.

Guest Links:

Monte Rio Creekside Park with Skateboard Run:
9705 Main St, Monte Rio, CA  www.mrrpd.org/creekside-park/

Milo Munson's article on the Skateboard Park Needed Improvements: https://www.sonomacountygazette.com/sonoma-county-news/improvements-needed-at-monte-rios-skate-park-for-school-year/

Monte Rio Recreation and Park District office:
20488 Highway 116 • P.O. Box 877
Monte Rio, CA 9546
Office telephone: 707-865-2487
www.mrrpd.org

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3. Our second guest  Diana Billy-Elliott, Deputy Director of Inter-Tribal Council of California (ITCC) talks about the vision of ITCC to promote equity and justice in education, health, social services, economic development, cultural preservation and environmental stewardship. ITCC also advocates for tribal children and family safety. The ITCC Family Violence Prevention program does just that. The program provides much needed resources and education surrounding domestic violence within the family unit. ITCC has a Central office which is located in Roseville Ca and many satellite offices throughout our state, including at the Family Justice Center in Santa Rosa. Diana talks about the missing indigenous women and men of tribal reservations and how it affects not only the immediate family members but also the greater native community. She hopes more media attention will be given to these incidents.

About our Guest: Diana Billy-Elliott, MSW is the Deputy Director for The Inter-Tribal Council of California (ITCC) Diana is also a Trial Leader for her people which are the Hopland Band of Pomo Indians. She has been with the organization since 2018. Diana attended Humboldt State University from 2014-2018 where she received both her undergraduate and graduate degrees in social work. Her passion is to advocate for Native American People and provide services that will ultimately empower them and enhance their lives.

Guest Links:

Inter-Tribal Council of California (ITCC) Contact Information: https://www.govserv.org/US/Sacramento/457359777639153/Inter-Tribal-Council-of-California%2C-Inc.

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Herstory

Our history is our strength. Check out important dates to remember in herstory at the National Women's History Alliance

Herstory Events:

October 11, 1984 – Dr. Kathryn D. Sullivan is the first U.S. woman astronaut to “walk” in space during Challenger flight.

October 16, 1916 – Margaret Sanger opens the U.S.’s first birth control clinic in Brooklyn, New York.

Herstory Birthdays:

October 11, 1884 (1962) – Eleanor Roosevelt, civil rights advocate, feminist, author, world diplomat, former First Lady (1933-45) Anna Eleanor Roosevelt was an American political figure, diplomat and activist. She served as the first lady of the United States from 1933 to 1945, during her husband President Franklin D. Roosevelt's four terms in office, making her the longest-serving first lady of the United States. She spearheaded the writing of the Human Rights Doctrine for the United Nations. She is one of my heroes.  I love this quote of hers, "A woman is like a tea bag; you never know how strong it is until it's in hot water."

October 12, 1908 (1997) – Ann Petry, reporter for African American newspapers in 1930s, wrote The Street, first African American novel to sell more than a million copies (1946).

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Announcements

Monte Rio Skateboard Park Rennovation Music Fundraiser and Skateboarding Competition, Saturday, October 16, 2021, 10 am - 6 pm, Monte Rio Creekside Park. 9705 Main St, Monte Rio, CA  

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Music Selections

The Opening and Closing Theme song The Woman in Your Life is You is done with permission of the Composer and Singer Alix Dobkin ((August 16, 1940 – May 19, 2021) Alix Dobkin death was just announced - Thank you for all you did for Lesbians to be recognized and Women to be honored. May you rest in peace. See our Interview with Alix Dobkin on 12/1/2014 at   and our Memorial to Alix Dobkin on 11/24/2021 .

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