Announcements & Events

Due to the weather conditions, the Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be CLOSED Friday, February 4, 2022.

DUE TO THE IMPENDING WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE WILL CLOSE AT NOON TODAY, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2 AND WE WILL BE CLOSED THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3

Tax Preparation Services To make an appointment please call, 405.275.4030, x6431 Location, Multi-Purpose Building, 2029 James L Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK Start date, Tuesday February 1, 2022, 5:30 - 8:00 PM Tuesday's 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday's 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday's 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Free income tax filing : Forms 1040 or 1040 SR Eligibility: Total household income of $58,000 or below; AST member or AST widow/widower of AST member REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Photo ID Social Security Card Medical/Dental Expenses, if any 1099 Form W-2 Form Last Year’s Taxes Charitable Donations Receipts, if any IRS Letter 6419

The AST Tag/Tax Commission is now located west of Finance/Title VI

COMPLEX CLOSURE! PLEASE NOTE : A water line supplying the complex has been accidentally cut by a contractor and the AST complex is closing at 2 pm today, Thursday January 6th. Also, the complex is CLOSED tomorrow, Friday January 7th for cleaning due to the increased COVID cases.

The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma will be virtual and has been scheduled for Wednesday, January 19th, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Alicia Miller, Tribal Secretary Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Dated this 13th day of January,  2022

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed  December 31.

Domestic Violence Director:  This position oversees all aspects of the Domestic Violence program;ensures consistency of service delivery to victims of domestic/dating violence; sexual assault;stalking and human trafficking. The Domestic Violence Director is responsible for the overall planning, administration and management of the program’s services. Program Coordinator VOCA:  Determines client eligibility. This position will assist victims in the Transitional Housing Program and assist with cases proceeding through the criminal justice system.This position coordinates the daily operations of the transitional housing program and court advocacy. Assists victims who are fleeing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and/or stalking needing emergency services, transitional housing, protective orders and court cases related to the incident. Project Coordinator: The Tribal Victim Services Coordinator will oversee the delivery of all direct services, grant reporting, grant compliance, and all other oversight pertaining to the administration of this grant and its goals. The Tribal Victim Services Coordinator for the OVC TVS Set-Aside FY20 grant under Domestic Violence Department of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma will be responsible for the planning, coordination and development of all activities related to the enhancements and expansion of services for victims. Also, the coordinator will work alongside the Domestic Violence Staff to assist with the coordination and management of other victims of crime such as domestic violence, dating violence, sex trafficking and stalking. Sexual Assault Coordinator: The Sexual Assault Coordinator for the Domestic Violence Program of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma will be responsible for the planning, coordination and development of all activities related to the enhancements and expansion of services for victims/survivors of sexual assault. Also, the coordinator will work alongside the Domestic Violence Staff to assist with the coordination and management of other victims of crime such as domestic violence, dating violence, sex trafficking and stalking. Cultural Outreach Coordinator: The Cultural Outreach Coordinator assists victims/survivors of elder abuse, survivors of homicide, adult victims of child sexual assault/abuse, as well as victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, sex trafficking and stalking with their current situation. They will respond to referrals of elder abuse/neglect, complete intakes and provide case management services.Incorporate cultural practices and life ways into the program and develop cultural activities and culturally appropriate healing options for victims of crime. Develop self-care planners and outreach awareness activities. ** Apply at https://www.astribe.com/employment ** Domestic violence and sexual assault experience preferred. Absentee Shawnee Tribe Domestic Violence Program

Christmas Pop-Up Shop Hosted by the AST Library Tuesday December 21 11:00 am to 7:00 pm 2029 James L Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK 74801 Buy Local! Hand crafted items! One of a kind gifts! For more information contact Casey Wilson at 405.275.4030 x6416