Matt Bucknell, Educator, Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde in Oregon – Tribal Teen Pregnancy Prevention (TPREP) Grant Coordinator
“Our public school is small, rural and consists of a 35% AI/AN student population. I can say with confidence that the Native It’s Your Game (NIYG) curriculum contains relevant, appropriate and accurate sexual health and adolescent development education. The thirteen (13) indigenized lessons create a welcoming and connective environment for our Native and non-Native middle school students, all while meeting the requirements for our state’s Department of Education. The program is easy to navigate for instructors and students alike, plus the additional take-home activities provide a great resource for youth to begin important talks with their parent, guardian or trusted adult.”