becauseofthiswoman:

Name: Wilma Mankiller
Dates: 1945-2010

Why she rocks: She was the first female chief of the Cherokee Nation for ten years. She overcame obstacles in a male-dominated leadership role. She developed projects to unite the men and women in her tribe, such as business and horticulture owning.

Quote: “Growth is a painful process”

Because of this woman… there is hope for other young native american females to pursue leadership in their cultural groups.

becauseofthiswoman:

Name: Wilma Mankiller
Dates: 1945-2010

Why she rocks: She was the first female chief of the Cherokee Nation for ten years. She overcame obstacles in a male-dominated leadership role. She developed projects to unite the men and women in her tribe, such as business and horticulture owning.

Quote: “Growth is a painful process”

Because of this woman… there is hope for other young native american females to pursue leadership in their cultural groups.