ARE YOU GRADUATING THIS MAY?
We want to honor the 2022 AST Graduates
Send us your full name, hometown, high school/college, degree or major and a photo (JPEG) to media@astribe.com by April 11, 2022.
The graduates will be featured in the Absentee Shawnee News.
Due to the
expected inclement weather and unsafe road conditions, the Tribal Campus will be closed:
Wednesday, February 23 and Thursday, February 24, 2022.
Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Program Now taking applications!!!
Please complete the qualifier section to determine program eligibility (before proceeding to the full application).
Please read all provided information, if you have additional questions, please call 405.275.4030 ext 6275 or email HAF@astribe.com
To start the qualifier section, click here,
https://www.astribe.com/forms/Homeowners-Assistance-Fund-Program
Applications are being accepted for the Tribal Weatherization Program. See flyer for details. To apply online,
click here, https://www.astribe.com/forms/tribal-weatherization-program
For questions or a paper application, call Donnie Marshall at 405.827.4311 or dmarshall@astribe.com.
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
In accordance with the change in operations and the Tribal Government Offices movement to Phase II, the gift shop is now open to TRIBAL MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES only for shopping. If possible, we do encourage curbside and porch shopping. We ask if you are wanting to shop
PLEASE MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
with the Gift Shop Manager, Mrs. Merry Rodriguez, 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE
AST Gift Shop
Cultural Preservation Department - Gift Shop:
Mrs. Merry Rodriguez
Gift Shop Manager 405.275.4030 x6310
Thank you!
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.
Due to the increased numbers of positive and exposed COVID-19 cases, the Absentee Shawnee Tribal complex will be closed Friday, January 7th for cleaning. The complex will resume normal hours Monday, January 10th.
New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Monday, January 20, 2025
President’s Day
Monday, February 17, 2025
Good Friday
Friday, April 18, 2025
Memorial Day
Monday, May 26, 2025
Juneteenth
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Independence Day
Friday, July 4, 2025
Absentee Shawnee Day
TBD
Labor Day
Monday, September 1, 2025
Indigenous Day
Monday, October 13, 2025
Veteran’s Day
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Thanksgiving
Thursday and Friday, November 27 & 28, 2025
Christmas
Wednesday and Thursday, December 24 & 25, 2025
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.
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Apply at https://www.astribe.com/employment
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Domestic violence and sexual assault experience preferred.
Absentee Shawnee Tribe
Domestic Violence Program