Waníshaash Ericka Grunlose Washnash Yakama ku Colvilleknik. My name is Ericka, and I come from the Yakama and Colville people. I’m a second-year student majoring in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Indigenous studies. I value language revitalization and have been studying Ichishkiin, my Native language, since high school. My language journey has been influential, and I hope to continue expanding my knowledge by also learning Salish and eventually becoming fluent in both languages. At NILI, my work focuses primarily on language, especially supporting and engaging with Ichishkiin materials and learning. I also help coordinate student and staff events that bring together community members.