Services

In 2005, the Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM) began what is now a time-honored tradition with the first competition, show and market.  12 years later it continues to be committed to providing professional development and networking opportunities for youth, emerging and professional Southeastern and Woodland artists; to foster cultural identity through fine art of contemporary and traditional styles; and to provide a market place where artists may flourish. ...

The Chickasaw Nation Recovery Resource Services provides specialty court and recovery support services. ...

This program provides storm shelters for privately owned homes of Chickasaw citizens. R...

Storytelling is a centuries old tradition passed down from generation to generation.  In the past, storytelling was used to teach lessons to children; in today’s society it is viewed as entertainment.  Storytelling is a unique and powerful performing art.  It expresses, teaches, and preserves values and beliefs; it engages the emotions, the imagination and the intellect of listeners of all ages....

Passing accounts of our history from one generation to the next evolved differently in Chickasaw culture than in European-based societies.  Although the Chickasaw developed some basic writing to mark territory and leave simple messages, oral tradition rather than writing prevailed as the means of preserving history.  By word-of-mouth and over centuries Chickasaw ancestors have conveyed the historic accounts they felt most important for future generations to know. C...

This program provides eligible participants the opportunity to pursue higher educational goals full time while receiving full-time pay/benefits. During the program, participants also fulfill all requirements and responsibilities of their on-the-job training. ...

CHIP provides rehabilitation of older Mutual Help homes over and above what maintenance is required of tenants in accordance with the policies and homebuyers’ agreements. It also provides rehabilitation to low rent developments as needed. ...

The road to work program provides safe, reliable transportation to and from work. ...

This program provides rental assistance to low income families. The program exercises Native American preference. Required forms are available at the Housing Administration office. A background check on all family members 18 years of age or older is required. An appl...

In the state of Oklahoma, one out of every four children will face hunger challenges when school closes for the summer. The Summer Food Service Program works diligently to provide nutritious, delicious meals to children age one through eighteen, during the summer months when the National School Lunch Program is not available. ...

This program allows units to be leased in the private sector by low income Native Americans. Required forms are available at the Housing Administration office. A background check on all family members 18 years of age or older is required. An appl...

The supplemental wood program provides supplementary wood for eligible Chickasaw elders, 60 years of age or older, who use a fireplace or wood stove to heat their home. Applicants must also reside within the Chickasaw Nation boundaries. This program provides one rick of wood per month (as needed) during winter months (November - March). T...

Software Platform Rosetta Stone is an award-winning language learning software platform. Rosetta Stone Chickasaw has two engaging levels incorporating video, audio and still images. These lessons were developed in conjunction with native Chickasaw speakers. Users are able to work through lessons at their own pace and learn conversational Chickasaw phrases that can be incorporated into daily life. Rosetta Stone is now available free to Chickasaw citizens, to Chickasaw Nation employees and the general public at an associated cost. The technical requirements necessary for the software platform use are: A unique email address for each user A computer with internet connection A USB head...

The Chickasaw Nation Small Business Development Center (CNSBDC) seeks to provide one-to-one business counseling, economic development assistance and training to Chickasaw entrepreneurs. CNSBDC provides prospective and existing Chickasaw small business persons and entities with counseling, training and specialized services concerning the formation, management and operation of small businesse...

The Chickasaw Tribal Library is a community-based, family library that offers different programs for people of all ages. It contains a circulating collection of books that includes fiction, periodicals, children’s books, biographies, histories, magazines and general reference. The library also offers DVDs and audiobooks that cover topics ranging from documentaries to current popular titles. The tribal library offers a summer reading program during early June – August. ...

Creating a SMART Workforce, the Toksali (to work) SMART (Successful Mindsets with Attitude and Readiness for Tomorrow) program provides workforce training and experience to youth ages 14 to 21. Students are encouraged to develop productive work patterns and behaviors in real-world environments. Innovative partnerships with a variety of community resources provide youth with meaningful job experiences, strengthening the community workforce. ...

The Chickasaw Nation Violence Prevention Services assist victims of sexual assault. Services are voluntary and available to Native Americans ages 15 and older who meet eligibility criteria. ...

The Chickasaw Nation Choir Program offers quality, professional level vocal music instruction. ...

VEX-IQ is a transitional robotics team that bridges the gap between FIRST LEGO® League (FLL) and FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC). Fundamentals from both beginner and advanced robotics programs are joined together with easy-to-use build components and programming. This combination of elements helps prepare students for th...

Vocational rehabilitation programs are designed to assist people with disabilities to enter or return to suitable employment. This program provides services to American Indians with disabilities in a manner that is consistent with each individual consumer’s strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities and capabiliti...