BUFFALO, N.Y. — In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District welcomed Alicia Mitchell, member of the Cherokee Nation and Director of Tribal and Government Relations at AISES - Advancing Indigenous People in STEM, for a presentation highlighting the organization’s mission and partnership with USACE.
This year’s theme for Native American Heritage Month, “Affirming Native Voices: Visibility-Leadership-Service,” underscores the event’s significance. The theme reflects the Corps of Engineers’ commitment to recognizing the diverse backgrounds and experiences that strengthen its workforce and the communities it serves.