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Nathaniel Ruleaux
Nathaniel Ruleaux (Oglala Lakota) is the Program Coordinator for Leadership Development at the Native Governance Center. With a passion for uplifting Indigenous voices, Nathaniel brings years of experience in community-based projects that connect history, art, and culture. As an artist and advocate, his work often explores themes of resilience, identity, and collective storytelling. Nathaniel is thrilled to support Native leaders and their communities through this role.
When not working, Nathaniel enjoys creating art, spending time with family, gardening, and exploring Ȟe Sápa.
3 Things to Know About Me
- I’ve lived and worked all over Turtle Island, and love to explore new places and foods.
- I am learning my traditional Lakota language.
- My grandfather, Donald D. Ruleaux, was an artist and educator and his legacy is one I aspire to live up to.
Contact Me For
- Becoming a Native Nation Rebuilder.
- General leadership development program questions.
- Rebuilders program planning and coordination.