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Gadugi Corps reports summer volunteer program success, language outreach
Summary
Gadugi Corps staff reported completion of summer service rotations, community projects across districts and Cherokee-language outreach, and councilors praised the program and volunteers for community service after recent storms.
Sean Crittenton reported to the committee that Gadugi Corps summer participants completed a multiweek service program across the nation’s districts; the last participants were transported home the morning of the meeting. He said the six-week program paired students with community projects, emphasized cultural learning and networking, and engaged elders and youth in leadership activities.
Crittenton highlighted the program’s language work and singled out language expert Joe Forkiller, who provides Cherokee-language support and one-on-one sessions by request. He thanked councilors for allowing the program into their districts and praised the operations crew and volunteers for their efforts in all weather conditions.
Several councilors thanked Crittenton and the Gadugi Corps staff, citing assistance after storms and community improvements. Councilors encouraged continued collaboration and volunteer support, and Crittenton offered to coordinate volunteer efforts for minor repairs such as sign restoration.
The report was informational and produced no formal action items; councilors requested continuing updates and recognized the program’s community role.
