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Master Apprentice Language Pod
The Karuk Podsters program is bringing our language back to life. Through hands-on mentorship, we’re producing new proficient speakers each year.
New Speakers

5 new proficient Karuk speakers have emerged through the Podsters program.

Our Goal

We aim to increase the number of proficient speakers this year.

Hands-On Mentorship

Students learn directly from experienced speakers to ensure the language continues to thrive.

Keep Yourself In The Know (Ikxáree)
“Ikxáree” means news. Stay connected with updates on our programs, culture, and language revitalization efforts.
What is Ikxáree?

Ikxáree is our Karuk word for “news.”

Stay Updated

We share work plans, cultural events, and progress in language revitalization.

Community Connection

Regular updates help our community stay informed and engaged.

Learn About Native Culture
Gain insight into Native culture from a Native perspective. We answer questions and provide ways to support cultural restoration.
Cultural Insights

Learn about the Native World through explanations from our community.

Support Our Work

Discover ways to help restore our cultural worldview.

People Doing Things
For us, culture is action. Our people do the work the Earth, land, and Spirit People have tasked us with, passing knowledge through practice.
Cultural Action

Culture is living and active – it’s about people doing things to honor traditions.

Meet Our Contributors

Learn about individuals actively revitalizing language and culture.

Why Support Us?
Your support helps cultural leaders provide mentorship and knowledge, creating lasting positive change in our communities.
Experienced Leaders

We recruit cultural leaders with both practical and professional expertise.

Create Change

Contributions support programs that pass knowledge to the next generation.

Community-Based Approach
Our work begins with the community. We pay attention to real needs and involve students and speakers daily in language revitalization.
Community Input

Programs are shaped by the needs and priorities of our community.

Daily Language Work

Students and speakers are paid to practice and teach language every day.

Proven Results

Our methods are assessed regularly, showing new speakers emerging despite historical language loss.

Cultural Experts
We collaborate with experts who maintain deep knowledge of Karuk cultural practices to provide immersive learning experiences.
Dream Team

A team of cultural experts guides language and cultural programs.

Real-World Learning

Experts create practical situations for language and cultural practice.

History of Success
Since 1989, our programs have created cultural experiences benefiting Native communities while inviting the public to participate.
Longstanding Programs

We’ve been creating cultural experiences for over three decades.

Community Benefits

Our principal beneficiaries are Native communities, but we share culture publicly.

Proven Impact

A long history of successful events and revitalization programs.