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Statement from the Diné Hataałii Association Regarding Recent Precipitation
The Diné Hataałii Association offers the following perspective on the recent abundance of moisture within the four Sacred Mountains and surrounding regions: The abundance of rain is not a crisis or a bad omen, but a profound blessing from the rain deities. Oral history indicates that such weather patterns arise periodically to encourage reverence for…
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Ceremonial Restrictions Lifted
The Diné Hataałii Association hereby announces that the previously issued ceremonial restrictions end on Monday, September 28, 2026. Since time immemorial, it has been our practice to observe a period of reverence and respect when one of the elements takes a human life. This period allows us to honor those who have passed, acknowledge the…
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Floods Across Navajo Nation
DHA is issuing this official statement to address community concerns:
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Bear Attack in Crystal, NM
The bear holds deep significance within Diné cultural understanding. A bear attack can carry an impact that may be understood as similar to domestic violence because the affect extends beyond those directly involved. The incident affects the extended families and the community as a whole. In light of the recent incident in Crystal, New Mexico,…
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DHA and MMA reject NGDC’s government reform proposal
Diné Hataałii Association Inc. and the Diné Medicine Men Association Inc. met on Sunday, May 17, 2026, to review the Navajo Government Development Commission government reform proposal titled “Diyin Nohookáá Diné’é Bi Beehaz’aanii Bitsí Siléi Sa’ah Nagháí Bik’eh Hózhóón – Collective Will.” Together, they agree on the following: The proposal’s title is a misuse of…
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Upcoming Event: Winter Ceremonies 101
Join DHA President at San Juan College for an informative presentation on the origin, purpose, protocols, and procedures of Diné winter ceremonies. Register today: https://www.dine-institute.org/conferences-events
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Upcoming Event: Ceremonial Readiness
Join DHA President, Avery Denny, at San Juan College for an informative presentation on proper initiation, etiquette, and ethical standards for Diné ceremonies. Register today: https://www.dine-institute.org/conferences-events
