Our Mission
Children of the Setting Sun’s responsibility is to create and share Indigenous stories of gratitude, generosity, and respect. We empower the minds and hearts of future generations.
Our endeavor to provide leadership is fueled by Science and Spirit. We are taking an integrated approach to expand and deepen our reach. We Create Share and Educate in order to influence academia, activism, and policy development.
Our Practice
Our Focus
Future Generations.
Scha’nexw Elhtal’nexw
Salmon People: Preserving a Way of Life
Scha’nexw Elhtal’nexw Salmon People: Preserving a Way of Life is a (64-minute) documentary film premiering at the 35th Annual Bioneers Conference, presented by the Indigeneity and Rights of Nature program. The film recently premiered at the Bioneers Conference in Berkeley, CA.
The Work
What we’re doing & where we’re headed to share our stories
Fancy Dance Film Showing
Canoe Journey - Power Paddle to Puyallup
“The whole point of this Youth Journey is to teach our children so that you have the adults, you have the Elders, working with the youth to train them to be in the leadership position. It doesn’t eliminate any canoe families from participating. It puts the focus on training our youth.” -Connie McCloud
July 30th -August 5th, 2024
Puyallup, WA
Indigenous People's Day 2024
Join us for a day of vibrant cultural celebration as Children of the Setting Sun bring together Indigenous voices, performances, and stories at the historic Paramount Theater. This special event will showcase the wisdom and diversity of Indigenous traditions and contemporary expressions through a variety of programs suitable for all ages.
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