Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa is first in the nation to include donor designation on tribal IDs
In June 2022, the Tribal Council of Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa became the first in the nation to be able to add donor registration on their tribal ID. The resolution was passed following the advocacy of Joan Azure, who started “The Greyson Initiative” in honor of her grandson who needed a heart transplant. Joan combined this personal experience with her background in the medical field, having worked at Quentin Burdick Memorial Healthcare where she ensured procedures were followed for potential organ donations. Learn more about this groundbreaking event.
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Talk Donation is designed to elevate the voices of the vibrant communities of American Indians across Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota inspired to expand awareness and participation in the organ donation and transplantation process.
Together, our individual actions and the powerful stories of donors and recipients can create a ripple effect of more opportunities for positive impact.
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Why donation matters
Eye, tissue and organ donation offers healing to a family experiencing a loss and hope to the patient receiving the transplant.
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Let’s envision a day when everyone who needs a life-saving organ receives one. A day when every hero who gives their precious gifts is celebrated, remembered and honored. Together, we can get there, but we can’t do it alone.
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